Lime Zinger Stonecrop

Lime Zinger Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger')

Lime Zinger Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger') is a striking, low-growing succulent groundcover known for its vibrant lime-green foliage, bold red margins, and late-season pink flowers. This drought-tolerant, easy-care perennial provides rich color contrast, texture, and an eye-catching focal point in rock gardens, borders, and container plantings.

Distinctive Features

'Lime Zinger' forms a dense, spreading mat of small, rounded leaves that maintain their bright lime-green hue with deep red edges throughout the growing season. In late summer to early fall, clusters of soft pink, star-shaped flowers emerge, creating a stunning contrast against the vibrant foliage and attracting bees and butterflies. This variety grows 4 to 6 inches tall and spreads up to 18 inches, making it ideal for edging, mass plantings, and container arrangements.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun for best foliage color and flowering.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil; tolerates poor soils.
• Water: Drought-tolerant once established; requires minimal watering.
• Humidity: Prefers dry to moderate humidity; avoid excessive moisture.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, making it highly adaptable.

Ideal Uses

• Rock Gardens: Provides bold color and contrast among stones.
• Xeriscapes: Thrives in dry, low-water conditions.
• Groundcover: Spreads quickly to form a dense, weed-suppressing mat.
• Container Plantings: Adds cascading color to pots and planters.
• Pathway Edging: Creates a tidy, colorful border along walkways.

Low Maintenance Care

Lime Zinger Stonecrop is a resilient, easy-care perennial that thrives with minimal attention.

• Watering: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings.
• Pruning: Trim back lightly to maintain shape or encourage bushier growth.
• Fertilizing: Minimal fertilization required; thrives in lean soils.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to pests, deer, and rabbits.
• Winter Care: Foliage may deepen in color during colder months.

Why Choose Lime Zinger Stonecrop?

Lime Zinger Stonecrop offers season-long interest with its bright foliage, pink blooms, and low-maintenance care, making it an excellent choice for xeriscapes, borders, and container plantings.

• Vibrant Lime-Green Foliage: Contrasts beautifully with deep red margins.
• Soft Pink Blooms: Adds a delicate late-summer floral display.
• Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry soils with minimal care.
• Low-Growing Groundcover: Spreads quickly while staying compact.
• Cold Hardy: Maintains structure and color in winter.

For vibrant foliage, late-season flowers, and effortless care, Lime Zinger Stonecrop (Sedum 'Lime Zinger') is an exceptional focal point choice for rock gardens, xeriscapes, and container plantings.