{"product_id":"variegated-kamtschaticum-sedum","title":"Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariegated Kamtschaticum is a tough, low-spreading groundcover sedum that brings cream-and-green texture to Twin Cities rock gardens, slopes, and pathway edges in Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, and Plymouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:600px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;width:40%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSedum kamtschaticum 'Variegatum'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e4-6in tall × 12-18in spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eBloom \/ Foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eBright yellow star-flowers Jun-Jul; pink fall color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for best color and form. Some varieties tolerate light shade.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eVery low. Highly drought-tolerant — overwatering is the most common way to kill a sedum.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eTolerates Minnesota clay-loam if well-drained. Prefers gritty or sandy soil — amend clay with sand or gravel at planting. AVOID wet sites.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e3-9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a). Reliable to -40°F.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eRarely browsed — sedum succulent foliage is unappealing to deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eSucculent — fleshy leaves in green, blue-green, burgundy, gold, or variegated. Many turn brilliant red-burgundy in fall.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eModerate — clumps slowly expand year-over-year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRock gardens + dry sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSedums are the rock-garden classic — handle dry, gritty soil and intense sun without complaint. Perfect for boulder plantings, slope stabilization, and crevice planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFall color\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTall sedums (Autumn Fire, Autumn Joy) become vivid rust-red in September-October, a key contributor to the late-season Minnesota garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollinator gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSedum blooms are critical late-season nectar — bees and butterflies flock to them in August-September after most perennials are past peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGroundcover sedum with cream-edged leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCream-edged foliage that brightens shady rock gardens. That's why Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum has earned a spot in our Minnesota launch catalog — it's a sedum we're confident will thrive in your Twin Cities landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum in the Twin Cities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring (mid-April through early June) or early fall (late August through late September). Avoid planting during peak summer heat — Twin Cities heat waves can stress newly installed root balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6+ hrs) for best color and form. Some varieties tolerate light shade. Choose a location with the mature size of 4-6in tall × 12-18in spread in mind — give Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum room to fill out without crowding fences, sidewalks, or neighboring plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam if well-drained. Prefers gritty or sandy soil — amend clay with sand or gravel at planting. AVOID wet sites. If your Twin Cities yard has heavy clay (common in Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and Wayzata), amend the planting hole with 25-30% compost to improve drainage. For sandy soils in parts of Anoka and Washington counties, mix in compost to improve water retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDig a hole 2× the width of the root ball and the same depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoosen the sides of the hole — slick clay walls block root expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum so the top of the root ball is 1-2\" above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed 25% with compost. Tamp gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater deeply (5+ gallons) immediately after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulch 2-3\" deep, keeping mulch 2\" away from the stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year (establishment):\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 1-2× per week from April through October. Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum needs consistent moisture to develop a strong root system for its first Minnesota winter. Check soil moisture 4-6\" deep — water when the top 2-3\" feels dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstablished (year 2+):\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low. Highly drought-tolerant — overwatering is the most common way to kill a sedum. During typical Twin Cities summers, supplemental water during 2+ week dry spells is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply in late October before ground freeze — this protects Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum through dry winter winds. Apply a fresh 2-3\" layer of mulch in November to insulate the root zone through deep freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back to ground level in early spring before new growth. Tall sedums (Autumn Joy \/ Autumn Fire) keep dried flower heads through winter — leave standing for interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum is rated for zones 3-9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — the Twin Cities metro is zone 4b–5a, well within its hardiness range. Cream-edged foliage that brightens shady rock gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nModerate — clumps slowly expand year-over-year. Expect mature size (4-6in tall × 12-18in spread) within 5-8 years depending on site conditions and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill deer eat Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRarely browsed — sedum succulent foliage is unappealing to deer. In high-deer-pressure suburbs (Wayzata, Stillwater, Hudson), supplemental fencing or repellents may help young plants establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum in part shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFull sun (6+ hrs) for best color and form. Some varieties tolerate light shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size gallon should I buy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe typically offer Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum in #2, #5, #10, and sometimes larger gallon sizes. Smaller sizes establish faster and cost less; larger sizes give instant impact. For most Twin Cities residential landscapes, #5 or #10 gallon is the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere We Deliver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Timbers Minnesota delivers and installs Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum across the Twin Cities metro — Minneapolis, St. Paul, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Edina, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Bloomington, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Eagan, Roseville, Shoreview, Stillwater, Woodbury, Hudson, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, Chanhassen, Excelsior, Victoria, Chaska, and surrounding communities. Live Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum grown for our climate and delivered fresh from our Waconia, MN nursery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a low, spreading groundcover sedum, this one is planted by area to knit into a mat. At a 12–18 in. spread, set plants 12–15 in. apart. To carpet a sunny patch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (at 14 in.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVariegated Kamtschaticum Sedum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream-and-green succulent rosettes leaf out early and spread into a tidy mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright yellow star-flowers cover the foliage in June–July, drawing late-spring bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage flushes pink and rosy for warm late-season color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low rosettes persist near the soil; reliably hardy to -40°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/autumn-fire-sedum\"\u003eAutumn Fire Sedum\u003c\/a\u003e — a taller sedum cousin for vertical contrast and rusty fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-bluestem\"\u003eLittle Bluestem\u003c\/a\u003e — upright native grass that thrives in the same dry, sunny ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/paprika-yarrow\"\u003ePaprika Yarrow\u003c\/a\u003e — flat red bloom clusters for the same lean rock-garden soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/prairie-dropseed\"\u003ePrairie Dropseed\u003c\/a\u003e — fine native grass that softens the edge of a sedum mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Variegated Kamtschaticum Sedum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt thrives in full sun and gritty, well-drained soil — rock gardens, slopes, boulder plantings, and pathway edges are perfect. Deer leave the succulent foliage alone. Not a fit for wet, heavy, or shaded sites, where overwatering and soggy ground will rot the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#1 Gallon","offer_id":54169961005361,"sku":"P5679","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Varigated_kamtschaticum_sedum_1_d3ef7193-6aea-4a5e-9027-86ed79a14579.jpg?v=1778451963","url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/products\/variegated-kamtschaticum-sedum","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}