Pike's Pick for August 9, 2008

Sedums
Sedum spp.and Hybrids


Groundcover Sedum and Autumn Joy Sedum

On sale this Saturday and Sunday (August 9th and 10th) for 20% off at your local Pike Nurseries with locations around metro Atlanta.

Species Native Range: Hybrids of garden origin
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-9
Mature Size: Varies by cultivar
Exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, rocky or sandy
Drought Tolerance: Excellent
Ease of Culture: Easy

Pike Nurseries will have ALL of their in stock sedums on sale this weekend.

Sedums as a group are extremely drought tolerant perennials or evergreen groundcovers. Succulent leaves with flowers that range from simple to complex clusters, all of them are attractive to pollinators and butterflies.

Plant sedums in full sun in soil that is well drained or even rocky and sandy. Too much moisture, especially in the winter, can lead to root rot. Plants flowers in a wide variety of colors during the summer and fall.

Grow sedums in a perennial border, mixed shrub bed, butterfly garden, etc. Good companion plants include: mums, asters, goldenrod, Knockout roses, abelia, muhly grass, lantana, etc.

Please note: All sedums are susceptible to deer damage. If you have deer, protect your plants immediately after installation.

Planting During this D@#* Drought!

Although we currently have restrictions on outdoor watering, it's still possible to install and water new plants if you apply for a permit (online here - cost $4.95) or at your local Pike Nursery.

To install new plants, fill a 5-gallon bucket (or larger, if needed) with water to a depth that will be above the top of the plant's container. Place the new plant (while still in the nursery pot) into the bucket. Allow the semi-submerged plant to remain there for several minutes. Remove the drenched plant from the bucket and plant in soil that is well-amended with organic material (compost, soil conditioner, etc.). Add a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch (pine straw, shredded hardwood, shredded leaves, etc.) after planting. If it fails to rain, apply one inch of water to your plants once each week until we get our first hard frost.


Soak new plants in water before planting


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