Evolution Emerald Ice Sedum
Best low-maintenance choice for drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly garden landscapes.
Sedum 'Evolution™ EMERALD ICE' is a Monrovia exclusive perennial known for its vigorous basal branching, creating a dense, short-stemmed mound of succulent foliage that resists opening up. This plant produces a thick blanket of dark pink flowers throughout the summer. Its soft green foliage complements other plants in waterwise borders, offering a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant option. It remains evergreen in milder climates, providing year-round interest. This sedum is ideal for mass plantings, containers, and waterwise garden designs, attracting pollinators with its summer blooms.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 3268
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+81%
Above average
Plant Type
Perennial
/ Perennial
Who it's for
- Designers prioritizing consistent texture and color throughout all seasons
- Homeowners living in areas with high deer and rabbit populations
- Eco-conscious gardeners seeking water-wise, low-maintenance landscaping solutions
Who should skip it
- Gardeners working with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soil types
- Landscapers managing sites with limited direct sunlight exposure
- Impatient gardeners needing immediate, full-coverage groundcover results
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental watering required.
Growth Habit
Dense basal branching prevents the leggy, unkempt look of common sedums.
Pollinator Appeal
Summer blooms act as a reliable magnet for local beneficial insects.
Maintenance Ease
Requires almost no pruning or fussing to maintain its tidy shape.
Visual Versatility
Soft green foliage pairs effortlessly with diverse garden textures and styles.
Seasonal Interest
Evergreen foliage provides consistent color even during the dormant winter months.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Perennial
Bloom Time
Summer
Foliage Color
Soft Green
Flower Color
Dark Pink
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Water Needs
Low
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Mature Size
Dense mound
Features
- Vigorous basal branching for a dense, non-rangy habit
- Succulent foliage provides a unique texture
- Abundant dark pink flowers in summer
- Harmonizes well with other plants
- Evergreen in mild winter regions
- Suitable for waterwise gardens
- Attracts pollinators
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Emerald Ice Sedum for its exceptional hardiness and aesthetic appeal. Reviewers confirm this plant thrives in challenging environments, including intense sun, poor soil, and drought, making it perfect for low maintenance landscapes. A key benefit is its rapid establishment, creating dense, attractive ground cover. Buyers consistently report that Monrovia plants arrive robust and well rooted, minimizing transplant issues. The striking emerald foliage offers year round visual interest. While the initial cost is sometimes higher, the superior quality and reliable long term performance justify the investment. This Sedum is considered a highly rewarding and dependable landscape addition when properly cared for.
Know before you buy
No, this variety is specifically bred for vigorous basal branching. This creates a dense, compact mound that maintains its shape and resists the rangy, open growth habit common in other sedums.
For the best performance and the most abundant dark pink flowers, this sedum requires full sun exposure. It will not thrive or bloom well in shaded areas.
Yes, it is an excellent choice for waterwise gardens. Once it has established a healthy root system, it requires very little supplemental watering.
It depends on your local climate. In mild winter regions, the foliage remains evergreen, but in colder climates, you should expect it to die back or lose its vibrancy during the winter months.
The most important requirement is well-drained soil. Like most succulents, it is susceptible to root rot if left in standing water or heavy, clay-heavy soil that stays wet.
It works beautifully in both. Its dense, mounded habit makes it a great candidate for containers, and it is equally effective when used for mass plantings in borders or rock gardens.
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