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Lemon Ball Stonecrop

Sedum mexicanum 'Lemon Ball'

Brilliant lemon-gold foliage forms soft, spreading cushions, adding year-round color and texture to sunny gardens and containers.

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Description

Lemon Ball Stonecrop (Sedum mexicanum 'Lemon Ball') is a low-growing perennial succulent prized for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage and soft, cushion-like form. Its tiny, needle-like leaves create dense, spreading mounds that brighten garden borders and rocky spaces. In late spring, clusters of cheerful yellow flowers appear above the foliage, attracting bees and butterflies. With low water needs and an easy-care growth habit, this colorful sedum is ideal for sunny groundcovers, rock gardens, containers, and cascading over landscape edges.

Quick Facts

Foliage & Flowers: Bright golden-yellow, needle-like leaves with small yellow flower clusters in late spring.
Mature Height: 4–6 in.
Mature Spread: 2–3 ft.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–11; Sunset Zones 1–24.
Light Requirement: Full sun to filtered sun.
Core Benefits: Vibrant golden foliage, drought tolerance, spreading groundcover, and pollinator-friendly flowers.
Best Uses: Groundcover, rock gardens, borders, containers, and cascading over garden edges.

Faqs

Q: Is Lemon Ball Stonecrop suitable for groundcover?
A: Yes. Its low, creeping growth spreads into dense cushions, making it ideal for sunny borders and rock gardens.

Q: Does Lemon Ball Stonecrop need much water?
A: No. Once established, it tolerates dry conditions and grows best in well-drained soil without excessive watering.

Q: How can I keep its foliage bright yellow?
A: Provide plenty of sunlight. Full sun generally produces the brightest golden color, while shade may encourage greener foliage.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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