Sunsparkler Sedum Stonecrop
Best low maintenance groundcover for gardeners seeking vibrant late season color.
This low-growing perennial transforms the garden with smoky-blue foliage that holds its color through summer heat. It finishes the season with a vibrant display of raspberry-red blooms, offering a drought-tolerant, deer-resistant solution for sunny borders or containers.
$24.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants with high-impact visual appeal
- Landscapers wanting reliable late-season color to attract pollinators
- Small-space gardeners needing a well-behaved groundcover or container plant
Who should skip it
- Homeowners with low-lying garden beds or poorly draining soil
- Urban dwellers with primarily shaded balconies or north-facing gardens
- Property owners requiring evergreen coverage for year-round curb appeal
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in dry conditions with minimal supplemental watering once established.
Maintenance Effort
Requires almost no attention to maintain its vibrant, compact form.
Pollinator Appeal
Raspberry-red blooms act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Visual Longevity
Provides colorful foliage and blooms from spring through late autumn.
Soil Adaptability
Grows vigorously in poor, sandy, or rocky soils where others fail.
Pest Resistance
Deer tend to ignore this variety, keeping your garden intact.
Key Specs
Genus
Sedum
Variety
'Dazzleberry'
Mature Height
8 inches
Mature Width
18 inches
Light Exposure
Full Sun
Watering Needs
Dry, Moist, well-drained
Bloom Time
Late Summer to Late Fall
Flower Color
Dark Red
Foliage Type
Smoky-blue
Deer Resistant
Yes
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