Description
🌺 Sedum tetractinum ‘Coral Reef’, commonly known as Chinese Stonecrop, is a striking and versatile groundcover that adds seasonal drama and fine-textured beauty to dry gardens, succulent trays, or containers. It’s an excellent choice for Gauteng’s climate and soil conditions, and perfect for your nursery’s design-forward customers.
🪴 Botanical Profile
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Height: ±5–10 cm
- Spread: ±30–45 cm via trailing stems
- Foliage: Glossy, rounded green leaves that shift to coral-pink under full sun
- Seasonal Color: Autumn brings a stunning transformation—entire mats turn coral-toned
☀️ Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun deepens coral tones; tolerates partial shade
- Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy or rocky soil
- Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging
- Hardiness: Frost-tolerant with protection; thrives in inland zones like Gauteng
🌱 Garden & Retail Uses
- Design Tips:
- Use as a living mulch under taller succulents
- Perfect for pavers, rockeries, or tiered succulent bowls
- Coral winter tones contrast beautifully against bluish-grey foliage or granite textures
- Companion Plants: Try pairing with Crassula ‘Blue Waves’, Echeveria ‘Perle von Nürnberg’, or Aloe ‘Bush Baby Yellow’
