Sedum Makinoi Ogon "Sedum Gold" 2Liter

Sedum Gold

Botanical Name

Sedum makinoi ‘Ogon’ (also sold as Sedum ‘Gold’)

Common Names

• Golden Sedum
• Golden Japanese Stonecrop
• Gold Stonecrop

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Product Description

Sedum Gold is a bright, low-growing succulent groundcover prized for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage that adds instant colour to gardens year-round. Its spreading, mat-forming habit makes it ideal for borders, rock gardens, slopes, containers, and hanging baskets. Extremely water-wise and low maintenance, Sedum Gold is well suited to modern, coastal, and drought-tolerant landscapes throughout South Africa.

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Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 5–10 cm
• Spread: ± 40–60 cm
• Growth habit: Creeping, spreading groundcover

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Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to light shade
  • Best golden colour in full sun.
• Soil: Well-drained soil
  • Performs best in sandy or loamy soils; avoid waterlogged areas.
• Watering: Low
  • Drought tolerant once established; water sparingly.
• Climate:
  • Suitable for most South African regions
  • Excellent coastal tolerance
• Maintenance: Very low
  • Occasional trimming to control spread if needed.

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Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring to early summer
• Active Growing Season: Spring and summer
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Evergreen in mild climates
  • Colour intensifies in warmer months
  • Growth slows during winter but remains attractive.