About

Features

Life Cycle Perennial
Planting Season Spring
Color Black, Red
Growth Habit Upright
Bloom Season Summer through Late Fall

Plant Characteristics Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Extended Bloom Time
Use Border, Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Dried Flowers, Erosion Control, Landscaping
Growing Conditions Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Poor Soil Tolerant
Plant Resistance Deer, Rabbit

About Chocolate Cherry - Sedum Roots

Sedum telephium

Seed Type Root

Chocolate Cherry Sedum is a type of perennial plant that is grown for its striking dark chocolate-colored leaves that mature to a deep maroon-red color. This variety is prized for being an eye-catching plant with unique foliage that changes color throughout the growing season. Once established, Chocolate Cherry Sedum requires minimal watering and maintenance, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance gardens and landscapes.

Planting Information

Planting Chocolate Cherry - Sedum Roots

Planting Season Spring
Light Requirement Full Sun
Planting Depth Top of root ball should be even with soil surface
Plant Height 24 to 36 inches
Plant Spacing 18 to 24 inches
Water Needs Low
Hardiness Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Bulb Size No. 1
View our Sedum Planting Guide to learn more.