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

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Sedum pluricaule var. ezawae

Scientific Name: Hylotelephium pluricaule var. ezawe

aka Sedum pluricale 'Island of Sakhalin', Sedum pluricaule 'Isle of Sakhalin', Sedum pluricaule var. ezawe, Isle of Sakhalin Showy Stonecrop, Stonecrop