Sunsparkler Plum Dazzled Sedum
Best low-maintenance groundcover for busy gardeners seeking deer-resistant, colorful landscapes.
Elevate your garden with the Sunsparkler® 'Plum Dazzled' Sedum, a hardy succulent offering year-round color and minimal upkeep. Its dusky purple foliage creates a striking visual, complemented by vibrant pink star-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer. This dense, mounding groundcover is exceptionally resistant to rabbits and deer, thriving in full sun and tolerating drought, salt, and dry soils. Ideal for rock gardens, pathways, or containers, it brings effortless beauty and attracts beneficial pollinators to your landscape.
$12.65
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
832
/ 2999
#832 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Mature Height
10
/ inches tall
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking consistent, high-impact color throughout the growing season
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, water-wise landscaping solutions
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Gardeners working with heavy, poorly draining clay soils
- Shade-garden enthusiasts lacking sufficient direct sunlight
- Gardeners in damp climates prone to heavy pest pressure
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in dry conditions with minimal supplemental watering required.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from grazing on your landscape.
Visual Impact
Dusky purple foliage provides consistent color throughout the growing season.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that demands very little from the gardener.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant pink blooms act as a magnet for local butterflies.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to rock gardens, containers, or as groundcover.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10 inches tall
Mature Spread
12-24 inches wide
Growing Zones
Zone 4 through Zone 9
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Ships As
Potted Plant
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Features
- Dusky purple foliage lasts all season
- Pink star-shaped flowers bloom late summer
- Dense mounding groundcover form
- Superior rabbit and deer resistance
- Thrives with minimal maintenance
- Tolerant of drought and salt
- Attracts butterflies
- Suitable for containers
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly value the Sunsparkler Plum Dazzled Sedum for its striking aesthetic and low maintenance. The deep plum foliage offers exceptional year round visual contrast, even before the late season pink blooms emerge. Reviewers consistently praise its reliability, noting its remarkable drought tolerance and ability to thrive in full sun and poor soil conditions. Its compact mounding habit is a significant advantage, preventing the flopping seen in other sedums. While initial growth can be slow for some, the plant establishes into a hardy, durable perennial. The consensus is that this variety delivers high visual impact and excellent garden value with minimal fuss, making it a dependable choice for vibrant, easy care color.
Know before you buy
Since the Sunsparkler 'Plum Dazzled' Sedum reaches a mature spread of 12 to 24 inches, you should space them about 18 inches apart to allow for a dense, uniform carpet effect.
No, this variety is highly drought-tolerant. Once established, it requires very little supplemental water and actually prefers to dry out between waterings.
This perennial is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9. It is built to withstand cold winters, provided it is planted in well-drained soil to prevent root rot during the dormant season.
Yes, its compact, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for containers. Just ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes and use a potting mix suitable for succulents.
It features superior resistance to both deer and rabbits. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, the texture and taste of this sedum are generally unappealing to them.
Yes, full sun is essential for this plant. If it does not receive enough direct sunlight, the foliage may lose its deep purple intensity and the plant may become leggy rather than maintaining its dense, mounding form.
Still have a question?
Ask Hayley anything about this product before you decide.
Ready to buy?
$13