SEDUM SPURIUM DRAGON'S BLOOD / STONECROP

SEDUM SPURIUM DRAGON'S BLOOD / STONECROP

A Bold, Low-Growing Groundcover with Stunning Red Foliage and Pink Blooms

Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood', also known as Dragon's Blood Stonecrop, is a striking, hardy perennial that creates a bold, dense groundcover. With its vibrant red foliage and clusters of pink flowers in late summer, this plant adds a pop of color to gardens, rockeries, and containers. Known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, Dragon's Blood Stonecrop is an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscaping.

Why Choose Dragon's Blood Stonecrop?

• Intense Red Foliage: The leaves turn deep red in the cooler months, offering intense, eye-catching color that lasts throughout the season.
• Hardy & Low-Maintenance: This plant is exceptionally easy to care for, requiring minimal water and care once established.
• Drought & Heat Tolerant: Perfect for sunny, dry areas where many other plants struggle.
• Pollinator-Friendly: The pink flowers attract bees and butterflies, making it an eco-friendly choice for pollinator gardens.

Key Features:

• Rich Red Foliage: The plant’s foliage transitions from green to vibrant red as the weather cools, creating seasonal interest and vibrant color.
• Compact Growth Habit: Dragon's Blood forms a low-growing, spreading mat, making it ideal for groundcovers, between pavers, or as a border plant.
• Pollinator-Friendly Blooms: In late summer, it produces clusters of small, star-shaped pink flowers, attracting bees and butterflies.
• Drought & Heat Tolerant: Thrives in poor, well-drained soils with little water, making it perfect for xeriscaping.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 4–6 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil, including poor or rocky soils.

Ideal Uses:

• Groundcover: Excellent for filling gaps, creating colorful carpets, or covering bare soil in sunny spots.
• Rock Gardens & Slopes: Its spreading habit makes it perfect for planting in rockeries or along dry, sloping banks.
• Pathways & Between Pavers: Adds vibrant color and texture between stones or along pathways while reducing weed growth.
• Pollinator Gardens: A great addition to gardens designed to attract pollinators, as its flowers are rich in nectar.

Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood' (Dragon's Blood Stonecrop) is a visually striking plant that offers vibrant red foliage and pink flowers. With its hardy nature, drought tolerance, and low-maintenance requirements, it's ideal for groundcover, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Whether used as a filler in sunny areas or for adding color between pavers, this tough and beautiful perennial thrives with minimal care.