Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood'

Dragons Blood Stonecrop


Semi-evergreen Groundcover, Succulent

Sedum 'Dragon's Blood' is a tough and durable ground-covering succulent for full sun that brings a spot of burgundy to the ground plane.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Low

Description

Size: 2 - 6 tall x 12 - 24 wide
Shape / Form: Low and Spreading
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Attracts Bees, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest

Foliage Color: Brown / Chocolate, Burgundy / Maroon
Fall Color: Burgundy / Maroon


Bloom Season: Spring, Summer


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Edging, Groundcover, Hell Strip, Lawn Alternative, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Wildlife: Bees, Beneficial Insects

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-round Interest, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: ground hugger, matrix / mingler
Collections: Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Plant Combos