Sedum Sunsparkler 'Blue Elf' ®
- Perennial
- 15 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Grey foliage
- Valuable foliage plant
A unique cross between Sedum and Orostachys (xSedoro) ? a true breeding breakthrough. This compact succulent combines the best of both genera: blue-gray, fleshy leaves and a mass of bright pink flowers in late summer. Ideal for rock gardens, pots, or green roofs. Winter-hardy, sun-loving, and low-maintenance. A show-stopper that also attracts bees and butterflies.
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 10 - 15 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | August - September |
| Flower colour | purple |
| Leaf colour | bluish purple |
| Growth habit | wide |
| Growth rate | medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -10°C |
Site conditions
| Light | full sun, sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | dry, winter dry |
| Soil | pervious, light |
| Soil fertility | none to little |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Sedum Sunsparkler 'Blue Elf' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Sedum |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Synonyms | x Sedoro SunSparkler ?Blue Elf? |
| Parentage | Sedum x Orostachys-hybrid |
| Breeder | Chris Hansen |
| Origin | hybrid |
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