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Key characteristics

Family: Crassulaceae
Height: 6 to 8 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Flower color: Bright pink to deep red
Foliage color: Blue-gray
Bloom time: Late summer to early fall
Light: Full sun
Water: Low; drought-tolerant
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Groundcovers

Hylotelephium ‘Blue Elf’

Blue Elf Sunsparkler Sedum

Hylotelephium 'Blue Elf' is a compact, succulent perennial prized for its distinctive blue-gray foliage and clusters of star-shaped, vibrant pink flowers. Blooming from late summer into early fall, the bright pink blooms form dense, dome-like clusters that stand out against the silvery-blue leaves, creating a striking contrast. As the seasons progress, the flowers attract pollinators, adding an additional layer of life and movement to the garden.

Light

Full sun

Water

Low; drought-tolerant

Bloom time

Late summer to early fall

Find this plant

Works well in

Rock Gardens
Borders
Containers
Pollinator Gardens

Companion plants

Catmint · Creeping thyme · Seathrift · Blanket flowers · Yarrow · Feather reed grasses

Design tip

Plant this compact sedum in repeating groups to create ribbons of cool-toned foliage across sunny borders and rock gardens. Contrast its rounded form with upright flowers, fine-textured grasses, and warm-colored companions to create balance and visual rhythm.

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