Sedum morganianum

Common Names

Donkey's Tail, Burro's Tail, Horse's Tail, Lamb's Tail

Summary

Burro's Tail is a trailing succulent native to southern Mexico and Honduras, with long stems densely lined with plump blue-green leaves that form a braided, rope-like look; flowers are small star-shaped pink or red and appear at stem ends, especially in summer; drought-tolerant evergreen growth suited to hanging baskets or trailing displays.

Cultivation notes: prefers bright light to full sun and well-draining cactus/succulent soil; water thoroughly during the growing season and allow the soil to dry between waterings, with reduced watering in winter; stems can reach about 2–4 ft in length and are best grown in containers or hanging baskets; hardy in USDA zones 9–11 and not frost-tolerant; propagate easily from stem or leaf cuttings, and use outdoors in warm months or indoors in bright light.

Lifecycle

Perennial

Height

1-4 feet

Spread

1-4 feet

Hardiness Zones

Zones 10a–11b

Sunlight Requirements

Ideally full sun; tolerates some shade; can range from full sun to partial shade.

Soil Type

Well-draining cactus/succulent soil mix

Soil Drainage

Well-draining soil.

Soil pH

6.0–8.0, Neutral to alkaline

Bloom Color

Pink

Bloom Time

Summer

Foliage Color

Blue-green

Fall Foliage Color

Blue-green to gray-green

Leaf Lifecycle

Evergreen broadleaf

Growth Rate

Slow growth; typically a few inches per year.

Seasons of Interest

Spring and Summer

Propagation Methods

Seeds, Cuttings, Layering, Division

Attracts Wildlife

Attracts bees and butterflies