Wayside Gardens Sedum 'Carl'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, pollinator-friendly summer color.
This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it perennial for sun-drenched gardens that struggle with heat. You sacrifice the delicate, high-maintenance aesthetic of traditional blooms, but you gain a rugged, magenta-hued magnet for pollinators that looks sharp from spring through the first frost.
$18.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the late autumn season
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, drought-resistant landscaping
- Designers wanting upright plants that maintain their structural integrity
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space in shaded or woodland areas
- Owners of gardens with nutrient-rich or consistently damp soil
- People living in areas with high slug and snail populations
Performance breakdown
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention to thrive throughout the growing season.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant magenta blooms act as a reliable magnet for local pollinators.
Climate Resilience
Handles intense heat and varied zones with impressive, hardy durability.
Foliage Longevity
Grey-green leaves provide consistent visual interest from spring through autumn.
Growth Predictability
Compact habit ensures a tidy, controlled spread in garden beds.
Soil Adaptability
Prefers well-drained conditions but remains forgiving for most home gardeners.
Key Specs
SKU
27626
Genus
Sedum
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Mature Height
1.5 feet
Mature Width
1.25 feet
Bloom Color
Magenta
Foliage Color
Medium Green, Grey-Green
Light Requirements
Full Sun
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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