Dragon's Blood Sedum

A Colorful Low-Growing Stonecrop. Dragon’s Blood Sedum is a low-growing stonecrop grown for its spreading mat of succulent foliage and rich red to burgundy seasonal color. This creeping sedum is ideal for sunny garden spaces where you want colorful groundcover without constant watering or maintenance. Use it along border fronts, between stones, on slopes, in rock gardens, at wall edges, in containers, or anywhere a tough, low plant can soften hard lines. Red Foliage with Seasonal Interest. The foliage starts green to bronze-red and deepens into richer red and burgundy tones, especially with strong sun and cooler fall weather. Its small succulent leaves form a dense carpet that helps cover bare soil and adds color even when the plant is not blooming. Dragon’s Blood is especially useful near gravel, stone, pavers, and edging where its color can contrast against hardscape. Pinkish-Purple Flowers for Pollinators. In summer, Dragon’s Blood Sedum produces small star-shaped pinkish-purple flowers that rise just above the foliage. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making this groundcover useful in pollinator-friendly and water-wise plantings. Plant it in groups for the best carpet effect, or repeat it through sunny beds for a ribbon of red-toned foliage. Drought-tolerant and Low Maintenance. Once established, Dragon’s Blood Sedum is drought-tolerant and performs well in sunny, dry, well-drained sites. Its succulent leaves store moisture, helping it handle hot, exposed planting areas better than many traditional groundcovers. It is a strong choice for rock gardens, gravel beds, curbside plantings, dry slopes, and low-water landscapes. Best in Full Sun and Sharp Drainage. Plant Dragon’s Blood Sedum in full sun with well-drained soil. Sandy, gravelly, lean, or average soil is usually better than rich, wet soil. Avoid overwatering, heavy fertilizer, and soggy winter conditions, which can cause rot or weak growth. Trim or divide as needed to refresh the planting, control spread, or fill new areas with easy-care groundcover color.