Dragons Blood, FLAT
Dragon's Blood Sedum
Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood'
- Height: Typically 4–6 inches tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
- Spread: About 12–18 inches wide
- Spacing: Plant approximately 18 inches apart for a neat, groundcover effect
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Evergreen
Description
Dragon's Blood Sedum creates a stunning, low-growing carpet of succulent beauty that transforms your landscape with minimal effort. Its bright green leaves, edged with rich burgundy, gradually deepen to a brilliant red in autumn, providing a refreshing splash of seasonal color. In late summer, clusters of vivid red, star-shaped flowers appear on short stems, offering a captivating contrast against the textured foliage. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and container plantings, this drought-tolerant perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfectly suited for Michigan’s cooler climate. With its compact, spreading habit and deer- and rabbit-resistant nature, Dragon's Blood Sedum is a low-maintenance, inspiring addition that delivers year-round visual interest.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade, with at least 6 hours of direct light daily to enhance color and flowering.
- Soil: Best grown in dry, well-drained soil—rocky or sandy mixes work particularly well.
- Watering: Once established, water sparingly to maintain its drought-tolerant qualities without over-saturating the soil.
- Mulching: A light layer of mulch can help conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperature, but ensure it does not impede drainage.
- Pruning: Minimal maintenance is required; simply remove any dead or damaged foliage to keep the mat tidy and polished.
Dragon's Blood Sedum adds a gorgeous, textural accent to Michigan landscapes, delivering a refreshing burst of color and low-maintenance elegance that captivates all year long.
