About the Sedum - Purple
Emperor :
The Sedum 'Purple Emperor', also known as
Stonecrop, has dark purple, almost black leaves with
compact purple stems. In the summer, they are topped
with heads of pinkish, purple flowers. With a plant
height of 15” and a spread of 12-23”, it is
wonderful in any landscape. Sedum ‘Purple Emperor’
was awarded the Outstanding Perennial Plant Award
from the International Hardy Plant Union in 2002.
Sedum 'Purple Emperor' needs to be planted in
full sun in well-drained soil. It will tolerate most
soil types and is drought resistant. Plant with
asters or coneflowers for a wonderful autumn
display. 'Purple Emperor' is a great choice for beds
and borders and excellent as cut flowers. It is also
a great butterfly and bee attractor and disease
resistant.
