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Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum'

Family Crassulaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum' (broadleaf stonecrop) bears bright yellow blossoms during mid summer to late summer. The foliage is dark fuchsia and black in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum' attracts butterflies to your garden. Sedum spathulifolium 'Purpureum' tolerates drought and light foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.