Sedum hybrid 'Night Light' PPAF

– Attracts bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

– Offers important late-season nectar source

– Spring: dark foliage emerges

– Summer: flower buds form and stems elongate

– Late summer to fall: creamy yellow bloom with striking color contrast

– Winter: dried flower heads and dark stems offer structural interest if left uncut

– Color contrast in hot, dry beds
– Wildlife gardens
– Modern perennial borders
– Seasonal containers

– Fleshy, deep bronze-green to dark purple foliage, depending on sun exposure

– Oval-shaped, succulent leaves held on strong upright stems

– Adds year-round color and textural contrast

– Creamy yellow flowers appear in large, flat-topped clusters

– Blooming season: late summer into early fall (August–October)

– Strong contrast between dark foliage and light blooms enhances ornamental value

– Flowers are long-lasting and supported by thick, non-floppy stems

– Plant in early spring or early fall to ensure root establishment before extreme weather

– Space 18–22 inches apart to accommodate mature spread and airflow

– Requires well-drained soil; amend clay or poorly draining areas with sand or gravel

– Plant crown level with the soil surface and water gently after planting

– Avoid planting in high-fertility soils which can lead to leggy stems

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

– Deadheading not necessary but can be done to maintain tidiness

– No need to pinch or shear during the growing season

– Drought tolerant once established

– Water deeply during establishment, then reduce frequency

– Water only during extended dry periods once mature

– Avoid overwatering or poor drainage

– Prefers full sun (minimum 6 hours daily) for vibrant foliage and compact habit

– Will tolerate light shade, but flowering and foliage color may diminish

– Flower heads may be harvested at peak bloom for fresh or dried floral use

– For drying, cut when flowers are fully open and hang upside down in a shaded area

– Foliage is attractive but not commonly used for harvest

– Generally not needed; thrives in lean soils

– If growth is weak, apply a light layer of compost in early spring

– Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers which can cause floppy stems

– Pollinated by bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects

– Grown for ornamental use; not typically propagated from seed

– Echinacea purpurea or Echinacea pallida – for height contrast and bloom synergy

– Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' – strong color contrast to creamy blooms

– Agastache 'Blue Fortune' – extends bloom season and attracts pollinators

– Pennisetum alopecuroides – textural counterpoint to upright form

– Allium cultivars – similar sun and soil requirements, adds vertical interest