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Key characteristics

Family
Crassulaceae
Height
4 to 6 inches
Width
12 to 18 inches, spreads as a groundcover
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Lime green with red margins
Bloom time
Late summer to early fall
Light
Full sun
Water
Low; drought-tolerant
Maintenance
Low; minimal care
Growing zone
USDA Zones 4 to 9
Wildlife
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Groundcovers

Sedum hybrid ‘Lime Zinger’

SunSparkler Lime Zinger Stonecrop

Sedum hybrid 'Lime Zinger' is a low-growing succulent prized for its vibrant lime-green foliage edged with red. This unique color combination creates a bold visual contrast, making it an eye-catching addition to rock gardens, borders, or containers. During the late summer to early fall, 'Lime Zinger' produces clusters of soft pink flowers, which further enhance its decorative appeal.

This hybrid sedum is a member of the popular Sunsparkler® series, known for its durable and drought-tolerant plants.

Light
Full sun
Water
Low; drought-tolerant
Bloom time
Late summer to early fall

Works well in

  • Rock Gardens
  • Pathways & Walkways
  • Slopes & Banks
  • Pollinator Gardens

Companion plants

Thyme · Heathers · Gaillardia · Penstemons · Potentilla · Catmint

Design tip

Bright lime foliage naturally draws the eye, making it an ideal accent among darker shrubs, grasses, and flowering perennials. Echo the foliage color in small groupings throughout the planting to create balance while adding energy and year-round visual interest.

Where to see it

This plant can be seen in the Oregon trial garden at Monrovia.

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