: any of a genus (Sedum) of widely distributed fleshy herbs of the orpine family compare stonecrop
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Heat-tolerant plants like sedum, lavender, and rosemary thrive in hot, dry climates.
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Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Upright sedums are a fantastic choice for planters in the hot, sunny spots that deck or patio planters often occupy.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
Mountain sedum is an exception.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
Consider late-blooming native plants such as asters, goldenrod, ironweed, Joe Pye weed, and sneezeweed, as well as some non-natives including tall sedums, dahlias, toad lilies, zinnias, Bolivian verbena, reblooming roses and anise hyssop.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
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Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Upright sedums are a fantastic choice for planters in the hot, sunny spots that deck or patio planters often occupy.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026
Mountain sedum is an exception.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 4 June 2026
Consider late-blooming native plants such as asters, goldenrod, ironweed, Joe Pye weed, and sneezeweed, as well as some non-natives including tall sedums, dahlias, toad lilies, zinnias, Bolivian verbena, reblooming roses and anise hyssop.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
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“Sedum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sedum. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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sedum
noun
se·dum
ˈsēd-əm 
: any of a genus of herbs that have fleshy leaves and clusters of yellow, white, or pink flowers
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