Sunsparkler Wildfire Sedum
Best low-maintenance succulent for busy gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant groundcover.
Introduce vibrant, year-round color to your landscape with the Sunsparkler 'Wildfire' Sedum. This hardy succulent, also known as Stonecrop, boasts striking deep red leaves with pink or orange-pink margins that intensify in bright sun and persist into fall. It naturally spreads to create a beautiful cascading effect in containers or to soften garden edges. In late summer, enjoy a bonus of bright pink flowers that attract pollinators. This drought-tolerant perennial thrives in well-drained soil and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance garden star.
$15.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-42%
Below average
Mature Height
46
/ - inches tall
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, multi-seasonal color displays
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-resistant landscaping
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Gardeners working with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soils
- Plant owners preferring low-intervention, pest-free gardening
- Impatient landscapers needing immediate, full-coverage groundcover
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in dry, neglected corners with minimal supplemental watering required.
Visual Impact
Deep red foliage provides high-contrast color throughout the entire growing season.
Maintenance Effort
A true set-it-and-forget-it perennial for busy or novice gardeners.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from snacking on your garden beds.
Pollinator Appeal
Late-season pink blooms act as a magnet for local butterfly populations.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to container arrangements, rock gardens, or cascading groundcover.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4-6 inches tall
Mature Spread
14-18 inches wide
Growing Zones
4-9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average to Dry
Soil Type
Average Soil, Sandy Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Planting Time
Spring / Summer
Ships As
Potted Plant
Features
- Striking deep red foliage with pink margins
- Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Thrives in dry sites and full sun
- Creates a cascading groundcover effect
- Easy to grow and low maintenance
- Blooms bright pink in late summer
- Ideal for containers and rock gardens
What customers say
Gardeners highly recommend the Sunsparkler Wildfire Sedum for its striking aesthetic and exceptional durability. The variegated foliage offers vibrant color contrast across seasons. Customers consistently praise its hardiness and drought tolerance, noting its success in sunny, dry locations where other plants fail. This groundcover is versatile, performing well in borders, rock gardens, and containers. Buyers appreciate the healthy plants upon arrival, leading to quick establishment. The Sedum provides reliable, vibrant coverage from spring through fall, complemented by late season blooms that attract pollinators. Overall satisfaction centers on its low maintenance performance and significant visual contribution to the landscape.
Know before you buy
To achieve the most vibrant deep red foliage and pink margins, this plant requires full sun. If planted in partial shade, the leaves may lose their intensity and turn more green.
Yes, this variety is generally avoided by deer and rabbits due to its succulent texture and taste. While no plant is 100% immune if local wildlife is desperate, it is a highly reliable choice for gardens prone to browsing.
It is excellent for containers. Its natural cascading habit makes it perfect for spilling over the edges of pots, window boxes, or hanging baskets.
Very rarely. As a drought-tolerant succulent, it thrives in dry conditions and prefers well-drained soil. You should only water it during extended periods of extreme heat or drought.
This perennial is hardy in zones 4 through 9. It is designed to withstand cold winters and will return each spring, provided it is planted in well-drained soil that does not stay soggy during the dormant season.
It is extremely low maintenance and does not require regular pruning. You can simply trim back any dead growth in the early spring to make room for fresh new foliage.
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