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For a stunning groundcover, the SunSparkler® Firecracker Stonecrop Sedum really does fit the bill. Producing a mat of small, burgundy-red-colored leaves, this sedum provides magnificent texture and interest wherever it is grown. It even displays striking pink-red flowers in late summer, which are loved by pollinators. Growing to just 4 to 6 inches high, it can spread up to 18 inches and has a multitude of uses.
Unlike some other stonecrops, this sedum does not flop or fall open during the growing season. As a drought- and heat-tolerant perennial, SunSparkler® Firecracker Stonecrop is incredibly low maintenance and actually thrives on a bit of neglect. With its low form, this sedum is ideal for edging, adding to borders and rock gardens, and even growing in a container.
SunSparkler® Firecracker Stonecrop Sedum Care
For this sedum to flourish, it needs to be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is considered drought tolerant, but only once established and will benefit from regular watering for the first season at least. With its ability to tolerate poor soils, this stonecrop does not require any extra fertilization. However, an annual mulch of organic matter in spring will give it a boost if needed. Being cold hardy, it is suitable for growing in zones 4 through 9.
Once the flowers have faded, they can be removed or left to provide some winter interest and food for the birds. To keep this perennial to shape, its new growth in spring can be pinched back. It is best divided in spring.
SunSparkler® Firecracker Stonecrop Sedum Spacing
Over time, SunSparkler® Firecracker Stonecrop can grow to 6 inches high by 15-18 inches wide. When growing this sedum en masse for swathes of color, it can be spaced around 18 inches apart.
Compare SunSparkler® Sedums
Compare foliage color, flower color, mature size, and the features that set each SunSparkler® Sedum apart.
| Variety | Foliage | Flowers | Mature Size | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep plum-purple | Raspberry pink | 6–8" H × 18" W | Dark foliage with bright late-season flowers | |
| Cherry red to burgundy | Soft pink | 4–6" H × 18" W | Rich red foliage on a very low spreading plant | |
| Smoky blue-gray | Raspberry pink | 6–8" H × 18" W | Blue-gray foliage with unusually large flower clusters | |
| Lime green with red edging | Pink | 4–6" H × 18" W | Bright lime foliage with crisp contrasting edges | |
| Chartreuse to gold | Non-flowering | 3–6" H × 12–18" W | Fine chartreuse foliage without flower stalks | |
| Smoky steel blue | Hot pink | 12–15" H × 15–18" W | Taller clump with narrow blue foliage | |
| Lime green with cream margins | Pink | 6–9" H × 12–18" W | Cream-edged variegation brightens rock gardens | |
| Blue-green with purple tones | Hot pink | 3–5" H × 12" W | Tiny groundcover for tight spaces and containers | |
| Cherry red with hot-pink margins | Rose pink | 6" H × 18" W | High-contrast red and hot-pink variegation | |
| Dark purple with hot-pink margins | Pink | 6–8" H × 12–18" W | Dark purple centers edged in bright pink |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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