Sedum Sunsparkler ‘Blue Elf’ PPAF (10)ct Flat

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Sedum Sunsparkler ‘Blue Elf’ PPAF (10)ct Flat

Common Name: stonecrop

Species – x sedoro is an intergeneric hybrid from a cross between a plant in the genus Sedum with a plant in the genus Orostachys. Genus name comes from the combination of sed (from Sedum) and oro (from Orostachys).

Type: Herbaceous perennialFamily: CrassulaceaeZone: 4 to 9Height: 3 to 6 inches Ground CoverSpread: 1 to 1.5 feetBloom Time: August to SeptemberBloom Description: PinkFull sunWater: Dry to mediumMaintenance: LowAttracts: ButterfliesTolerate: Rabbit, Deer, Drought, Erosion, Clay Soil, Dry Soil

Sedum Sunsparkler ‘Blue Elf’ is a delightful little succulent that offers a unique combination of blue-gray foliage and bright pink flowers.

It is a versatile groundcover that thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions, making it a popular choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.

• Foliage: The fleshy, blue-gray leaves form a dense, mounding mat. The foliage color provides a cool contrast to other plants and adds a touch of serenity to the garden.
• Flowers: In late summer to early fall, it produces clusters of fragrant, dark pink, star-shaped flowers that rise above the foliage. The flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
• Growth Habit: It is a low-growing, spreading succulent that typically reaches 4-6 inches tall and 16-18 inches wide. It spreads slowly, making it a well-behaved groundcover.
• Hardiness: It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9, tolerating a wide range of temperatures and conditions.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it is very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: It thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
• Soil: It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils. It dislikes wet or poorly drained conditions.
• Moisture: It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers dry to medium moisture levels.

Uses in the Landscape:

• Groundcover: Its spreading habit makes it ideal for covering ground, suppressing weeds, and adding a touch of blue-gray color.
• Rock Gardens: It thrives in the well-drained conditions of rock gardens, cascading over rocks and crevices.
• Borders and Edging: It provides a lovely contrast to other plants in borders and edges.
• Containers: It can be used in containers as a spiller or filler, adding texture and color.
• Green Roofs: Its drought tolerance makes it suitable for green roofs.

Additional Tips:

• Deadheading: Deadheading spent flowers can improve the appearance of the plant.
• Division: It can be divided in spring or fall to propagate new plants or maintain plant vigor.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: It is generally deer and rabbit resistant.
• Overwatering: Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

Overall, Sedum Sunsparkler ‘Blue Elf’ is a charming and versatile succulent that adds color, texture, and fragrance to the garden. Its blue-gray foliage, bright pink flowers, and low-maintenance nature make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant that thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions.

Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).

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