Bright Idea Stonecrop (Sedum kamtschaticum 'Bright Idea')
SEE-dum kam-SHAT-tih-kum 'Bright Idea'

Deciduous Perennial Low, Spreading in the Crassulaceae Family
A Rock N Round selection of Sedum kamtschaticum with deep green, serrated foliage on red stems and bright yellow early-summer flowers.

Sedum kamtschaticum Bright Idea, patented in 2022 (PP34,396) by Hans A. Hansen of Walters Gardens, is a selection of the kamtschaticum species rather than an unrelated hybrid. Deep green, serrated leaves on red stems form a spreading mat topped with bright yellow flowers in early summer.

Pros

  • Cheerful bright yellow early-summer flowers
  • Red stems add color contrast
  • Heat and salt tolerant
  • Attracts bees and butterflies

Cons

  • Needs good drainage
  • Flowers only briefly in early summer
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 10 - 12 inches tall. 16 - 20 inches wide.
Sun Exposure Full Sun - Full Sun
Moisture Tolerance Dry - Medium:

Drought tolerant once established.

Tags Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Dry, Extended Bloom Time, Fall Color, Filler, Full Sun, Good for Beginners, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Dried Flowers, Good for Rock Garden, Groundcover, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Native to Asia, Non-Allergenic, Normal Soil, Perennial, Popular For Fall, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Succulent, Tolerant of Hot Dry Site, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Winter Interest
Bloom Period June - July
Flower Color Bright Yellow
Foliage Color Deep Green

Commonly Planted with...

Combine with other kamtschaticum selections (Golden Carpet, Weihenstephaner Gold, Variegatum) or contrasting dark-foliaged sedums.

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Pricing and Availability History

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Past Availability
2025 : 02/05 - 09/06
2024 : 05/01 - 09/08
2023 : 05/04 - 05/21

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