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Purple Stonecrop

Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum'

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Overview

Purple Stonecrop, Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum', is a hardy perennial succulent with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that bear a stunning purple hue. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 3-6 inches in height and spreads up to 8 inches. This drought-tolerant species prefers full sun and well-draining soil, making it perfect for rock gardens, borders, and green roofs. Its yellow summer blooms are highly attractive to pollinators.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 5–9Type Ground cover, Perennial, SucculentClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — highly prized in landscape design for its ornamental foliage and hardy nature
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — The plant features rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves that exhibit a striking purple to deep plum colorationPurple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — is a captivating evergreen perennial succulentPurple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — bringing a vibrant splash of color to gardensPurple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 3-6 inches in height and spreads up to 8 inchesPurple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — is a hardy perennial succulent with fleshyPurple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — scientifically named Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum'+5

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial, Succulent
Family
Crassulaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — highly prized in landscape design for its ornamental foliage and hardy nature
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — The plant features rosettes of spoon-shaped leaves that exhibit a striking purple to deep plum coloration
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — is a captivating evergreen perennial succulent
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — bringing a vibrant splash of color to gardens
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 3-6 inches in height and spreads up to 8 inches
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — is a hardy perennial succulent with fleshy
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — scientifically named Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum'
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — spoon-shaped leaves that bear a stunning purple hue
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — showcasing an inherent resilience
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — Its yellow summer blooms are highly attractive to pollinators
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — This drought-tolerant species prefers full sun and well-draining soil
Purple Stonecrop (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Purpureum') — making it perfect for rock gardens
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