Red Wiggle Stonecrop

Sedum ochroleucum 'Red Wiggle'

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Cactus or Succulent
Plant Family: Crassulaceae
Plant Description: This drought tolerant groundcover looks like a vibrant, flowing coral reef. The feathery, needle-like foliage is full of rich burgundy-reds and green growing tips. There are occasional yellow blossoms, but they are insignificant compared to the colorful foliage. Fall will turn the succulent leaves a solid red.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Succulent
Plant Care: Succulent (perennials with fleshy leaves and no spines): Remove dead leaves and stems. Succulents with stems that die back in the fall may be left for winter interest or removed once dried. Trim as necessary to retain a desirable shape.

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 3-4" tall
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Localscapes: Infill Plant, Park Strip Plant, Central Open Shape
Foliage Interest: Yes
Foliage Colors: Burgundy, Green, Multicolored, Purple
Bloom Colors: Yellow
Bloom Seasons: Summer
Bloom Period: Jun - Jul

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9
Light Requirement:
Irrigation Requirement:     Low (1/2" every 10-14 days)
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes

Garden Location:

  • Localscapes Path
    • Park Strip #8
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter