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SUNSPARKLER® Firecracker Sedum

Sedum SUNSPARKLER® 'Firecracker'

Category: Groundcover • Sedum

Discover SUNSPARKLER® Firecracker Sedum, a vibrant, drought-tolerant ground cover perfect for sunny landscapes.

Mature Height: 6 inches
Mature Width: 18 inches
Bloom Color: Yellow, Red
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-9
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

SUNSPARKLER® Firecracker Sedum is a vibrant succulent known for its striking red and green foliage. It produces clusters of star-shaped flowers that attract pollinators and thrive in sunny conditions.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Prefers dry to moderate moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and can tolerate a range of pH levels. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

ground coverbordermass planting

Special Features

Vibrant foliagedrought-tolerantattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for rock gardens and sunny areas. Combines well with other drought-resistant plants.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is SUNSPARKLER® Firecracker Sedum a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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