Sedum lineare 'Golden Teardrop'

Plant Profile

Sedum lineare 'Golden Teardrop' is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with narrow, linear, bright golden-yellow leaves that hold their color well in sun. In summer, it produces clusters of small, star-shaped yellow flowers. This cultivar adds a splash of vivid color to sunny, dry areas.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Crassulaceae (krass-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
• Genus: Sedum (SEE-dum)
• Species: lineare (lin-AIR-ee)
• Cultivar: 'Golden Teardrop'

Growing Conditions

Thrives in full sun to light shade with well-drained, even poor soil. Excellent drought tolerance. Hardy in USDA zones 6–9. Avoid wet, heavy soils.

Landscape Uses

Excellent for rock gardens, green roofs, container plantings, edging, and as a groundcover in dry, sunny spots. The bright foliage contrasts beautifully with darker-leaved plants.

Maintenance

Very low maintenance. Trim to shape or control spread. Divide in spring if clumps become too dense. Resistant to deer and rabbits.