SunSparkler Firecracker Sedum
Best low-maintenance succulent for busy gardeners seeking vibrant, drought-tolerant landscape color.
Introducing the SunSparkler® Firecracker Sedum, a perennial plant that brings vibrant color to your garden. Its striking burgundy-red foliage remains brilliant throughout the season, complemented by soft pink blooms in late summer and fall. This low-maintenance succulent thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for borders, containers, and rockeries. It's drought-tolerant and evergreen in milder climates, offering year-round appeal with minimal effort. For a neat appearance, simply remove old foliage in spring. This hardy plant is a beautiful and resilient addition to any landscape.
$16.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1768
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Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Brand
Monrovia Growers
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting color throughout the growing season
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-resistant landscape plants
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking for weed-suppressing, pollinator-friendly groundcover
Who should skip it
- Shade gardeners lacking consistent, intense direct sunlight
- Gardeners with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soil conditions
- Impatient landscapers needing immediate, full-coverage results
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep burgundy foliage provides striking contrast against traditional green garden landscapes.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention beyond a simple spring cleanup for optimal health.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in dry conditions, making it a reliable choice for water-wise gardens.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, rockeries, or as a dense groundcover edging.
Hardiness
Robust enough to survive Zone 4 winters while maintaining consistent seasonal appeal.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deer-resistant properties keep your garden beds safe from unwanted grazing.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Foliage Color
Burgundy-red
Bloom Time
Late summer to early fall
Mature Height
8 in
Mature Width
18 in
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4
Light Needs
Full sun
Water Needs
Low
Features
- Brilliant burgundy-red foliage all season
- Soft pink late-season blooms
- Drought-tolerant and low maintenance
- Suitable for containers and rockeries
- Evergreen in mild winter regions
- Groundcover and edging potential
- Deer resistant
- High drought tolerance
What customers say
Customers rave about the SunSparkler Sedum's exceptional quality and robust health upon arrival. Its most celebrated feature is the stunning aesthetic impact, with the "Firecracker" name perfectly reflecting its intense, reliable red foliage that offers season long color. Gardeners value its remarkable hardiness and drought tolerance, making it a dependable, low maintenance option for sunny locations. This sedum is considered a premium, trustworthy landscape investment that provides significant visual appeal with minimal effort.
Know before you buy
This plant thrives in full sun, which means it requires at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain its vibrant burgundy-red foliage color.
The Firecracker Sedum is hardy down to Zone 4. In milder climates, it remains evergreen, while in colder regions, it will die back and return in the spring.
Because it is highly drought-tolerant, this sedum requires very little water. Once established, it only needs occasional watering during extended dry spells.
Yes, its compact, spreading habit makes it an excellent candidate for containers, rockeries, or as an edging plant. Ensure your container has excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Maintenance is minimal. You only need to remove any old or damaged foliage in the early spring to keep the plant looking neat and encourage fresh growth.
The SunSparkler Firecracker Sedum is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a concern.
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