Low, spreading stems of blue-purple fleshy leaves carry flat heads of glowing ruby-red flowers in late summer. A compact, drought-hardy stonecrop alive with bees and butterflies.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 25 cm H × 35 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Ruby Glow Stonecrop
Sedum 'Ruby Glow' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Crassulaceae family. It reaches around 25 cm tall and 35 cm wide at maturity, with purple-toned and deciduous foliage. Red and pink flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Where to grow Ruby Glow Stonecrop
Ruby Glow Stonecrop suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Ruby Glow Stonecrop does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Ruby Glow Stonecrop handles dry conditions well once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Ruby Glow Stonecrop after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Ruby Glow Stonecrop in the garden
Ruby Glow Stonecrop earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, a feature or specimen planting and holding soil on banks and slopes.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same very drought tolerant and cool-temperate climate as Ruby Glow Stonecrop. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Ruby Glow Stonecrop
Plant Sale lists Ruby Glow Stonecrop as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
