Syngenta Sedum
Best hardy groundcover for low maintenance sunny garden borders.
A versatile, fast-growing succulent that thrives in dry, sunny spots. Its foliage shifts from sea green to burgundy, providing year-round interest while requiring minimal maintenance.
$10.99
at
Gertens Garden Center
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking early spring color and reliable groundcover performance
- Landscapers needing consistent, tidy plants for borders and rock gardens
- Busy homeowners looking for beautiful plants with minimal watering needs
Who should skip it
- Shade-heavy gardeners unable to provide necessary direct sunlight levels
- Growers with heavy clay soil or poor garden drainage systems
- Northern gardeners requiring evergreen coverage throughout the winter months
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental watering required.
Seasonal Visual Interest
Dynamic foliage color shifts provide beauty from summer through autumn.
Maintenance Ease
Requires almost no attention once established in the landscape.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer, saving you from constant garden protection efforts.
Growth Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, hanging baskets, or groundcover applications.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant blooms actively invite bees and butterflies to your garden.
Key Specs
Height
6 inches
Spread
24 inches
Spacing
18 inches
Sunlight
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Plant Type
Herbaceous evergreen perennial
Growth Rate
Fast
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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