Succulent Seeds: Dragon's Blood Stonecrop by YEGAOL Garden

Dragon's Blood stonecrop (Sedum spurium 'Dragon's Blood') is an exciting and attractive ground cover that spreads quickly in the sunny landscape and grows happily in many areas of the U.S. This plant awakens from dormancy in spring with green leaves and red flowers to follow. During the summer, the leaves become outlined in burgundy, and the colors fill in to become a deep burgundy by autumn.

In terms of light requirements, this plant needs sun to maintain its deep color. However, areas with the hottest summer sun might provide some afternoon shade during this time.

When it comes to soil, it's important to choose a well-draining spot. Amend compacted soil with compost and sand until you get quick drainage.

To sow the seeds, scatter a few in the rock garden or soil and keep moist until you see sprouts. When roots develop, an occasional misting will suffice, and soon the ground cover is ready to take off on its own.

The Dragon's Blood sedum is well suited to USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8. In colder spots, the plants die back during winter but return with vigor to get going again in spring.

In terms of usage, growing Dragon's Blood sedum can be a great way to fill in between pathways, trail down walls, and cover rock gardens. It can be combined with other spreading sedums or used alone.

Overall, the Dragon's Blood stonecrop is an exciting and versatile ground cover that can add depth and color to any sunny landscape. Its easy-to-grow nature and adaptability to various growing conditions make it a popular choice for gardeners across the United States.

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