Sedum 'Red Cauliflower'

Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit

Sedum 'Red Cauliflower' is a stunning, award-winning succulent that grows 8 to 12 inches tall and delights gardeners with its three seasons of foliage interest. From late summer through early fall, it puts on a dazzling show as clusters of green buds transform into star-shaped blooms that deepen to one of the truest reds in the plant world. Set against dark grey-green, fleshy foliage with purple-red stems, the flowers create a striking contrast that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. These vibrant blooms also make exceptional cut flowers for indoor displays.

A Sedum telephium species, 'Red Cauliflower' is an herbaceous perennial (Zones 3-9) with a mounded, spreading habit. Ideal for ground cover, it multiplies steadily without becoming invasive and can be divided to control its spread. It shines in rock gardens, mixed beds, borders, and containers, bringing bold color and texture to any planting scheme.

Cold hardy to Zone 3 and drought tolerant, 'Red Cauliflower' thrives in full sun and adapts well to nearly any well-draining soil. Its water-storing leaves make it perfect for arid climates and areas with dry soil, while its resilience to heat and deer makes it a carefree, reliable garden addition.

Plant 'Red Cauliflower' roots in spring, spacing them 18 to 24 inches apart and burying them 1/2 inch deep.