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Desert Black Stonecrop

Sedum 'Desert Black'

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Overview

Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') is a hardy succulent known for its deep, purple-black foliage. This drought-tolerant perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and grows up to 6 inches tall with a spread of up to 18 inches. It's ideal for rock gardens and ground cover, blooming with small pink flowers in summer. This sedum is USDA hardy to zones 3-9, providing year-round interest in a variety of climates.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 3–9
Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') — Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') is a hardy succulent known for its deep, purple-black foliage

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Crassulaceae

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Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') — Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') is a hardy succulent known for its deep, purple-black foliage

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