Sedum 'Matrona' 2L

Sedum 'Matrona' – Elegance in the Garden

Sedum 'Matrona' is a striking variety of sedum that is distinguished by expressive, purple-pink flowers and leaves in shades of green with a delicate purple accent. Thanks to its decorative qualities and resistance to harsh conditions, this plant is an excellent choice for flower beds, rockeries and pots. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies, making the garden more pollinator-friendly.

Main features of sedum 'Matrona'

Flowers

• Colour: Light pink with purple accents.
• Shape: Small, star-shaped flowers gathered in flat umbels.
• Flowering period: August–October, bringing colour to late summer and autumn gardens.
• Decorativeness: The flowers last on the plant for a long time and can be used in dry bouquets.

List

• Colour: Green with a purple tint and expressive, darker nerves.
• Shape: Oval, fleshy leaves with slightly serrated edges, typical of succulents.
• Decorativeness: The leaves are attractive throughout the season, contrasting with the intense pink flowers.

Shoots

• Colour: Dark purple, which further emphasizes the elegant appearance of the plant.
• Decorativeness: Stiff, erect shoots give the plant a solid structure.

Cut

• Form: Compact, erect, tufted sedum.
• Height: It reaches 50–60 cm with flowers.
• Width: It grows about 40–60 cm, forming dense clumps.

Cultivation requirements of sedum 'Matrona'

Location and soil

• Position: Full sun – the best conditions for abundant flowering and intense leaf colouring.
• Soil: Permeable, dry or moderately moist, with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Ideal for sandy and gravelly soils.

Watering and fertilizing

• Watering: Drought-resistant plant – watering is necessary only during prolonged droughts.
• Fertilization: It does not require intensive fertilization. A light compound fertilizer applied in spring is sufficient.

Care

• Trimming: After flowering, you can remove faded inflorescences. In spring, dead shoots are removed to make room for new growth.
• Reproduction: By dividing clumps in spring or by stem cuttings in summer.
• Wintering: Fully frost-resistant (zone 3–9), does not require additional protection for the winter.

Application of sedum 'Matrona'

Flower beds and garden compositions

• Mixed discounts: It goes perfectly with ornamental grasses, coneflowers, rudbeckia and asters.
• Colorful accent: Its purple leaves and pink flowers add elegance and structure to multi-species plantings.

Rock gardens and dry places

• Ideal for rock gardens and dry locations where other plants may have difficulty developing.

Edging and paths

• It is perfect for bed and path edging, creating harmonious and orderly borders.

Pots and containers

• Thanks to its impressive appearance and resistance to harsh conditions, it is perfect for growing in pots on terraces and balconies.

Why is it worth choosing sedum 'Matrona'?

• Impressive leaves and shoots: The unique color of the leaves and the dark purple shoots make it one of the most decorative varieties of sedum.
• Long flowering: Flowers decorate the garden from late summer to autumn.
• Immunity: An ideal plant for drought, poor soils and sunny positions.
• Attracts pollinators: It is a favorite of bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
• Easy care: An excellent choice for beginner gardeners.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot:  2 liters
• Age: 2 years old
  
• Frost resistance: Yes