Sedum little missy

Description

Sedum ‘Little Missy’ is a delicate and compact succulent known for its tiny, heart-shaped leaves with green centers and soft pink or cream edges. This trailing sedum creates a dense, cascading mat, making it ideal for rock gardens, containers, and hanging baskets. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is highly drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering. In summer, it produces small, star-shaped pink flowers that attract pollinators. This low-maintenance plant is perfect for succulent enthusiasts looking for a soft, colorful, and easy-care ground cover or trailing plant.

Commonly Known As:
Little Missy Sedum, Variegated Sedum, Trailing Sedum

Growth Habit:

• Forms a dense, trailing mat up to 2–4 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches.
• Produces tiny, heart-shaped, variegated leaves.
• Blooms in summer with small, starry pink flowers.

Watering Instructions:

• Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry out completely between waterings.
• Highly drought-tolerant once established.

Soil Needs:

• Prefers well-draining cactus or succulent soil.
• Avoid water-retentive soils to prevent root rot.

Sun Requirements:

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
• More sunlight enhances pink variegation.

Indoor or Outdoor Tips:

• Indoor: Ideal for hanging baskets or small decorative pots in bright light.
• Outdoor: Perfect for rock gardens, borders, or as a ground cover in warm climates.

Perennial or Annual:

• Perennial in warm climates (USDA zones 7–11), but can be grown as an annual in colder areas.

Additional Tips:

• Easy to propagate from cuttings.
• Protect from excessive moisture, especially in humid climates.
• Can tolerate light foot traffic when used as ground cover.