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Prima Angelia Sedum

Sedum rupestre 'Prima Angelina'

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: Prima Angelia Sedum thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light to maintain its tight, mounded habit. While it handles partial shade, the bright chartreuse color will fade to a duller green and the stems may stretch or "flop" if they have to reach for more light.
  • Soil: This plant needs sharply drained soil to prevent root rot, especially during winter dormancy. If you have heavy clay, plant it in a raised bed or incorporate pea gravel to improve drainage; think of it like a succulent that hates having "wet feet."

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water deeply once or twice a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, this sedum is exceptionally drought tolerant and usually relies on natural rainfall alone. Overwatering or inconsistent moisture often leads to soft, mushy stems and a loss of the plant's signature crisp texture.

Pruning Tips

Because this variety blooms on new wood, any cleanup should happen in early spring before fresh growth emerges. Use your fingers or shears to pinch back the stems by half in late spring if you want an even denser, bushier shape. This "haircut" delays blooming slightly but prevents the center of the plant from opening up as it matures.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer once in early spring as the first green tips appear. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer, as this encourages soft growth that is easily damaged by the first frost. A light touch is best here, as over-fertilizing can actually cause the plant to lose its compact form and become leggy.

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Description

One of the best yellow varieties for adding carefree color to your space is Prima Angelina Sedum (Sedum rupestre 'Prima Angelina'). These sweet and sassy succulents stay petite, but punch up the visual interest wherever they are used.

The round-tipped clusters of stiff little leaves shine in the sun. Compact Prima Angelina stays golden-yellow until the nights start getting cooler. Then it turns up the volume with an orange overtone for fall color! Don't be surprised to see the cheery yellow foliage peeking out from a covering of snow in wintertime. We told you … these plants are tough as nails!

It's no matter if you are a Master Gardener or are just getting started. Prima Angelina makes it easy-peasy. There is a reason they nicknamed Sedum "Stonecrop", after all. Enjoy the bold color of these small yet very striking plants. You'll make your neighbors jealous!

In some climates, you'll enjoy seeing the clusters of star-shaped bright yellow blooms in the late summer or fall! The beneficial pollinators go crazy for these blossoms! But usually, Prima Angelina is a reliable foliage plant with striking lemony hues!

Like its big sister Angelina Sedum, and little sister SunSparkler® Angelina's Teacup Sedum, Prima Angelina is the elegant middle child! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 9, this darling grows just 3-6 inches tall when in bloom and spreads 6 to 10 inches wide!

Planting and Application:

Suppress weeds along the edge of your garden beds. Grow several together to form a carpet of brilliant color. You'll adore the funky form of these tiny, ground-hugging hardy Creeping Sedum. Wait until you see how much easier it is to keep weeds at bay!

Do you love color and hate weeds? Want a layered look in your garden? Maybe you need to soften a Rock Garden, or flagstone garden path? Or perhaps you're just looking for a cute 'spiller' for your container garden? Then you need a Prima Angelina Sedum!

This is a great choice for beds and borders and the blooms make excellent cut flowers! Sun Gardens, Perennial beds and Pollinator gardens are fantastic sites for clumps or vibrant green groundcover. Create a "ribbon" of color by repeating Prima Angelina Sedum in your garden borders. You'll draw the eye and bring a smile!

Allow them to drape over the sides and tops of retaining walls. Use this same technique in your seasonal outdoor pots. Just tuck these space-savers in as "Spillers" around the edge of your pot. Edge beds and borders or allow Angelina to creep and ramble throughout rock paths and between stepping stones.

For a mass planting, space them four inches apart on center. Measure from the center of one to the center of the next. These readily naturalize large sunny areas when given the opportunity. Use them in your defensible spaces when planning fire-wise landscaping. Add them to gravelly slopes and at the base of boulders. They'll soften up the roughest terrain with a charm all of their own. Fill dry and rocky soil and tricky areas quickly with these xeriscaping plants. That sun-baked hell strip along the road, driveway, or street. Their tolerance of heat and sun, plus their thick root system makes Groundcover Stonecrops ideal for erosion control and filling hard-to-mow hillsides when planted en masse!

Make a friend smile with a curated succulent container for her patio. Gardening is an exercise in the details and Sedum are perfect for the beginner gardener! Give yourself and your guests a happy surprise at ground level. They hold a real fascination for children. Create an elevated garden bed with a spot to sit and study them. You'll ignite their imagination!

  • Electric Yellow Foliage Turns Orange for Fall Color
  • Needle-Like Succulent Leaves
  • Stays Tight & Spreads to Form a Dense Mat
  • Bright Yellow Star-Shaped Flowers - Early Summer to Fall Bloom
  • Pollinator Friendly
  • Grow as a Fun "Spiller" in Outdoor Containers
  • Great Groundcover for Low-Maintenance Gardens & Suppresses Weeds

#ProPlantTips for Care:

The needs of this durable perennial Sedum groundcover are blissfully simple!

Plant Prima Angelina Stonecrop only in full sun. They need at least six hours of bright sunshine a day to remain strongly colored and densely bunched. Don't overfeed this perennial and you actually want to avoid overwatering them. Keep the soil sharply drained and poor for best results. Even in thin, poor, rocky soil; these self-reliant plants will perform beautifully for you, year after year. Have rich garden soil? It's okay, they'll still be fine. Just add a few handfuls of sand or gravel while planting. Or...create a raised planting bed, if you need to improve your drainage.

So, these sturdy plants become fairly water-wise, but only after their roots are established in your soil. Give them regular water for the first year in your landscape. We recommend that you protect your investment with water during an extended drought. Container plants need a regular schedule of supplemental water, as well. Both in-ground and container plants appreciate a 3-4 inch thick layer of mulch to keep their roots cool.

Do a light clean-up in early spring to remove last year's leaves. If they are spilling over the sidewalk, it's a simple snip-snip to keep them in check, if needed. Divide every few years to maintain the clumps' vigor - then give some to a friend to brighten their day too!

  • Very Easy-Care in Full Sun
  • Moderate to Low Moisture Needs Once Established
  • Tolerates Sharpy Drained Soils Of Any Type
  • Prune in Early Spring
  • Cold Hardy, Heat & Drought Tolerant, Deer Don't Prefer the Taste

Order enough of these outstanding ornamental groundcover plants from Nature Hills today! Prima Angelina Sedum is a wonderful cultivar and a superb landscape choice!

Frequently Asked Questions

How much full sun does Prima Angelina Sedum need daily?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum thrives in full sun, needing 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain its brilliant golden-yellow color. The round-tipped foliage literally "shines in the sun" and develops the best coloration with maximum light exposure. Plant in your sunniest spots for optimal performance.

What type of soil is best for planting Prima Angelina Sedum?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum thrives in well-draining soil and tolerates poor, rocky conditions. This tough stonecrop actually prefers lean soil over rich, fertile ground. Avoid heavy clay or consistently wet areas. Shop at Nature Hills for this hardy zones 4-9 perennial.

Is Prima Angelina Sedum drought tolerant once established?

  • Yes, Prima Angelina Sedum is extremely drought tolerant once established. This tough succulent earned the nickname "Stonecrop" for good reason and thrives in zones 4-9 with minimal water. Plant in well-draining soil and water regularly the first season to establish roots.

Does Prima Angelina Sedum require fertilizer, or does it prefer poor soil?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum thrives in poor, well-draining soil and doesn't need fertilizer. This tough "Stonecrop" actually performs better in lean conditions, which helps maintain its compact 3-6 inch height and brilliant golden color. Skip the fertilizer and focus on providing good drainage instead.

How do I prune or maintain Prima Angelina Sedum in spring and winter?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum requires minimal maintenance, thriving in zones 4-9 with just occasional cleanup. Simply remove any dead foliage in early spring and trim back spent blooms if desired. This hardy groundcover practically cares for itself once established. Shop at Nature Hills for this low-maintenance beauty.

Will Prima Angelina Sedum keep its golden color through winter?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum maintains its golden-yellow color through most of winter, often visible even under snow cover. In fall, cooler nights add beautiful orange tones before returning to yellow. This hardy perennial thrives in zones 4-9 and provides reliable winter interest in your landscape.

Is Prima Angelina Sedum shipped as bare root, potted, or plugs?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum is typically shipped as small potted plants or plugs rather than bare root. This hardy perennial establishes quickly in zones 4-9 and will spread 6-10 inches wide within its first growing season. Plant in well-draining soil for best results.

Is Prima Angelina Sedum evergreen or perennial that returns every year?

  • Prima Angelina Sedum is both a perennial and evergreen, returning year after year while keeping its colorful foliage through winter in zones 4-9. The golden-yellow leaves often peek through snow and turn orange-toned in fall. Plant it as reliable groundcover that stays just 3-6 inches tall.

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