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How to Grow Sedum 'Dragon's Blood'

Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood'

Your complete guide to growing Sedum 'Dragon's Blood'.

☀SunFull sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
💧WaterVery low, extremely drought tolerant
🗺Zones3–9
📏Height3-24 inches
Sedum 'Dragon's Blood'

When to Plant Sedum 'Dragon's Blood'

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Companion Plants for Sedum 'Dragon's Blood'

✓ Good companions

Black-Eyed Susan

Drought tolerant perennial that complements the red foliage with bright yellow blooms

Catmint

Drought tolerant with similar soil preferences, attracts beneficial pollinators

Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum)

Similar succulent care requirements and creates attractive succulent garden combinations

Lavender

Shares similar drought tolerance and well-draining soil needs, repels pests

Ornamental Grasses

Provides textural contrast while sharing drought tolerance and minimal water needs

Russian Sage

Shares preference for dry, well-draining soil and full sun exposure

Stonecrop Varieties

Other sedums create cohesive plantings with identical care requirements

Thyme

Compatible growing conditions, both prefer dry soil and full sun

✗ Keep away from

Astilbe

Requires moist, rich soil and partial shade, conflicting with sedum's preferences

Hosta

Requires consistently moist soil and shade, opposite of sedum's dry, sunny needs

Impatiens

Needs regular watering and partial shade, incompatible with sedum's drought conditions

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