Dragon's Blood Sedum
Dragon's blood sedum is a popular groundcover. It is best known for its succulent, dark green leaves with red edges.
In mid-summer, it grows clusters of deep crimson-colored flowers, raised slightly above the leaves. In fall, the leaves turn red.
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Dragon's Blood Sedum
Dragon's blood sedum is a popular groundcover. It is best known for its succulent, dark green leaves with red edges.
In mid-summer, it grows clusters of deep crimson-colored flowers, raised slightly above the leaves. In fall, the leaves turn red.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood'
Pronunciation
SEE-dum SPUR-ee-um
Mature Height
2 to 4 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 18 in.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
rosey red
Bloom time
July through August
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
species is native to Caucasus, Armenia, northern Iran
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
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