{"product_id":"sedum-reflexum-blue-spruce","title":"Sedum reflexum 'Blue Spruce'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"plant-info\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"blurb1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSedum reflexum 'Blue Spruce'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a low growing evergreen stonecrop with needle like blue green foliage that resembles tiny conifer branches. In early summer it produces bright yellow star shaped flowers that contrast vividly with the cool toned leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 - 6 in x 12 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early to midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e: Well drained, sandy or rocky soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low; tolerates drought and poor soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"native-status\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar originates from Europe and is commonly used as an ornamental groundcover in temperate gardens worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWildlife \u0026amp; Insects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"wildlife-insects\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws in small butterflies such as skippers and hairstreaks that are attracted to its bright yellow blooms in early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides excellent forage for honeybees and native solitary bees, especially in sunny, dry habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeldom visited by hummingbirds due to its flower structure, but contributes to general pollinator activity in mixed plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"spacing-landscape\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 10 - 12 in apart to allow rapid coverage of soil and development of a uniform, low carpet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest used in rock gardens, between stepping stones, cascading over walls, or as a filler in mixed containers. Its evergreen foliage provides winter interest and year round texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"companion-plants\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelosperma cooperi (Ice Plant)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers bright magenta daisy like blooms and thrives in similar dry, sunny conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThymus serpyllum (Creeping Thyme)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Low growing and aromatic, this herb complements the texture of sedum and provides nectar for pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestuca glauca (Blue Fescue)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Compact mounds of fine, blue foliage echo sedum’s color and add vertical texture contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSempervivum tectorum (Hens and Chicks)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds architectural rosettes and structural interest to drought tolerant plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtemisia 'Silver Mound'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Soft, silvery foliage creates a striking visual pairing and thrives in well drained soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45948394635425,"sku":"SEDUM REFLEXUM BLUE SPRUCE","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/bluspru.jpg?v=1611608101","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/sedum-reflexum-blue-spruce","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}