Purple Emperor Stonecrop - Sedum telephium 'Purple Emperor'
Wonderful dark, almost black foliage clothes the compact purple-black stems and gives way to reddish-pink flowers for a nice contrast in late summer and early fall. Very hardy and drought tolerant once established. Attracts butterflies.
Water Needs:
Low
Foliage Color:
Purple
Flower Attributes:
Cut Flowers
Long Bloom Time
Showy Flowers
Landscape Uses:
Border
Container
Dry Areas
Mass Planting
Garden Styles:
Cottage
Edible
Modern
Traditional
Xeriscape
Light Needs:
Full Sun
Plant Types:
Height:
12-24"
Spread:
12-24"
Flower Colors:
Pink
Flower Seasons:
Summer
Fall
Special Features:
Attracts Butterflies
Rabbit Resistant
Growth Habits:
Compact
Ground Cover
Round
Cold Hardiness:
Zone 3
Prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Feed in spring with an all purpose fertilizer. Divide as needed to maintain vigor. Very little maintenance required.
