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Voodoo Sedum

Sedum spurium 'Voodoo'

Category: Perennial • Sedum

Voodoo Sedum is a drought-tolerant ground cover with attractive foliage, perfect for borders and mass plantings.

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Mature Height: 6-12 inches

Mature Width: 12-18 inches

Bloom Color: Pink, Red

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 3-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Evergreen

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Voodoo Sedum is a vibrant ground cover with striking foliage. Its unique colors add interest to gardens, thriving in various conditions. This hardy plant is perfect for rock gardens or as a border. It requires minimal maintenance and is drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for low-water landscapes.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with low to moderate moisture. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

ground coverbordermass planting

Special Features

Attractive foliagedrought-resistantlow maintenance

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for beneficial insects.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for filling in gaps and providing color. Works well in rock gardens and as a ground cover.

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