Sedum 'African Sunset'
Scientific Name: Hylotelephium 'African Sunset'
Also Known As
- African Sunset Stonecrop
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Sedum 'African Sunset' plant details
Sedum 'African Sunset' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with purple foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sedum 'African Sunset'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: crassulaceae
- Foliage: evergreen purple
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, roof garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sedum 'African Sunset'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution
- Soil needs: well-drained
Gardening facts about Sedum 'African Sunset' plant
How to Grow Sedum 'African Sunset'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- purple
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 16"
Width: 12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Hylotelephium sieboldii
aka Sedum sieboldii 'October Daphne', October Daphne Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
Scientific Name: Hylotelephium 'Purple Emperor'
aka Purple Emperor Stonecrop, Washfield Purple, Washfield Ruby
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 15"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Hylotelephium erythrostictum 'Frosty Morn'
aka Frosty Morn Sedum, Frosty Morn Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Hylotelephium spectabile 'Neon'
aka Sedum spectabile 'Neon', Neon Stonecrop
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 15"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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