Orange Tree vs Sedum (Stonecrop)

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Orange Tree

Citrus sinensis

Rutaceae · trees

EdibleDeer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Sedum (Stonecrop)

Sedum spp.

Crassulaceae · groundcovers

EdibleDeer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Orange Tree (Zones 9-11)

Sedum (Stonecrop) (Zones 3-9)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 9–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Orange Tree	Sedum (Stonecrop)
Scientific Name	Citrus sinensis	Sedum spp.
Family	Rutaceae	Crassulaceae
Category	trees	groundcovers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧 Low
Soil	Well-drained, Sandy	Well-drained, Poor
Height	30'	6"
Spread	25'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring	Summer
Bloom Color	White	Yellow, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Southeast Asia, China	Northern Hemisphere
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Special Traits

Orange Tree

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Sedum (Stonecrop)

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Orange Tree

✓Protect from frost.
✓Feed with citrus fertilizer 3-4 times per year.
✓Water deeply and consistently.
✓Prune only to shape.
✓Pest management for citrus greening disease.

Sedum (Stonecrop)

✓Needs very little water once established.
✓Thrives in poor soil.
✓Break off stems and press into soil to propagate.
✓Great for green roofs and rock walls.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Orange Tree if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 9–11.

Choose Sedum (Stonecrop) if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 9–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) grow in the same hardiness zone?

Orange Tree grows in USDA zones 9-11, while Sedum (Stonecrop) grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 9 through 9.

Do Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) have the same sun and water needs?

Orange Tree needs full sun and medium water, while Sedum (Stonecrop) needs full sun and low water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Orange Tree or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Orange Tree grows taller at 30' compared to Sedum (Stonecrop) at 6". Orange Tree spreads 25' while Sedum (Stonecrop) spreads 2'.

Are Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) deer resistant?

Yes, both Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Orange Tree or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Orange Tree has medium maintenance while Sedum (Stonecrop) has low maintenance. Sedum (Stonecrop) may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Orange Tree	Sedum (Stonecrop)
Scientific Name	Citrus sinensis	Sedum spp.
Family	Rutaceae	Crassulaceae
Category	trees	groundcovers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧 Low
Soil	Well-drained, Sandy	Well-drained, Poor
Height	30'	6"
Spread	25'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring	Summer
Bloom Color	White	Yellow, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Southeast Asia, China	Northern Hemisphere
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Care Tips

Orange Tree

✓Protect from frost.
✓Feed with citrus fertilizer 3-4 times per year.
✓Water deeply and consistently.
✓Prune only to shape.
✓Pest management for citrus greening disease.

Sedum (Stonecrop)

✓Needs very little water once established.
✓Thrives in poor soil.
✓Break off stems and press into soil to propagate.
✓Great for green roofs and rock walls.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Orange Tree if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 9–11.

Choose Sedum (Stonecrop) if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 9–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) grow in the same hardiness zone?

Orange Tree grows in USDA zones 9-11, while Sedum (Stonecrop) grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 9 through 9.

Do Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) have the same sun and water needs?

Orange Tree needs full sun and medium water, while Sedum (Stonecrop) needs full sun and low water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Orange Tree or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Orange Tree grows taller at 30' compared to Sedum (Stonecrop) at 6". Orange Tree spreads 25' while Sedum (Stonecrop) spreads 2'.

Are Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) deer resistant?

Yes, both Orange Tree and Sedum (Stonecrop) are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Orange Tree or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Orange Tree has medium maintenance while Sedum (Stonecrop) has low maintenance. Sedum (Stonecrop) may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.