Sedum hybrid 'Night Embers' PP29211

– Valuable nectar source for late-season pollinators, including bees and butterflies

– Often visited when other nectar sources are scarce

– Spring: foliage emerges with intense dark coloration

– Summer: flower buds develop; foliage deepens in tone

– Late summer to fall: full flowering and peak ornamental value

– Winter: seed heads and dark stems provide structure if left standing

– Foliage contrast in perennial beds
– Late-season pollinator appeal
– Urban landscapes
– Container displays

– Thick, deep bronze to black-purple foliage, especially intense in full sun

– Oblong, succulent leaves with smooth edges

– Upright stems have a dramatic, smoky appearance and excellent structure

– Dense, domed clusters of rosy pink to magenta flowers

– Bloom begins in late summer (August) and continues into early fall (October)

– Flowers contrast boldly against the dark foliage, creating high-impact garden presence

– Strong, upright stems resist flopping under flower weight

– Best planted in early spring or fall to allow for root development before temperature extremes

– Space 16–20 inches apart for mature spread and airflow

– Prefers well-drained soil—gravelly or sandy loam is ideal

– Avoid overly rich or wet soils; poor drainage leads to root or crown rot

– Plant crown level with soil and water lightly after installation

– Cut back stems to the ground in early spring before new growth emerges

– Deadhead flowers in fall if desired, or leave seed heads for winter structure

– No midsummer pruning needed; retains tidy form naturally

– Drought tolerant once established

– Water during establishment phase (first 2–3 weeks after planting)

– Afterward, water only during prolonged drought

– Avoid overwatering—excess moisture may cause rot

– Full sun (6+ hours daily) is essential for deep foliage color and full flowering

– Will tolerate light shade but may have reduced color intensity and weaker stems

– Cut flower heads at peak bloom for indoor use

– Can be dried by harvesting once flowers mature and air-drying upside down

– Attractive foliage also adds interest to arrangements

– Low fertilizer needs; thrives in lean soil

– Optional: apply light compost or low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring

– Avoid high-nitrogen feeding, which causes weak, floppy growth

– Insect-pollinated; attracts bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

– Not used for seed propagation; primarily vegetatively propagated for consistent traits

– Echinacea (especially white or pale pink cultivars) – striking color contrast

– Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' – golden blooms accentuate the dark foliage

– Ornamental grasses like Pennisetum or Schizachyrium – add texture and motion

– Agastache – similar drought tolerance and pollinator appeal

– Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage) – softens the look and extends bloom season