Botanical Name: Sedum spurium ‘Voodoo’ Common Name: Stonecrop, Creeping Sedum Hardiness Zone: Perennial in USDA Zones 4–9 Size: 4–6" Tall × 12–18" Spread Growth Habit: Low-Growing, Spreading, Mat-Forming Habit Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Thrives in Sandy, Rocky, or Poor Soils Water Needs: Low; Drought Tolerant Once Established Bloom Season: Mid to Late Summer Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Fertility Features: Deep Burgundy Foliage, Bright Red Star-Shaped Flowers, Evergreen Texture, Deer Resistant Uses: Groundcover, Rock Gardens, Borders, Slopes, Containers

Patent: ❌ Not Patented Propagation: ✔ Propagation Permitted

More About Sedum ‘Voodoo’

Sedum ‘Voodoo’ is prized for its rich, dark burgundy foliage that provides dramatic color contrast from spring through fall. The leaves deepen in color in full sun, giving this sedum a bold, almost blackened appearance in peak summer.

In mid to late summer, clusters of bright red star-shaped flowers emerge above the foliage, creating a striking monochromatic display that attracts bees and other pollinators.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Voodoo’ has been an exceptionally tough and reliable groundcover, thriving in heat, drought, and poor soils with very little care. It spreads steadily to form a dense mat without becoming invasive.

We especially appreciate its color stability. While many dark-foliage plants fade or scorch, ‘Voodoo’ maintains strong pigmentation even during extreme summer conditions.

‘Voodoo’ vs. Other Sedum

Compared to green or blue sedums, ‘Voodoo’ offers a dramatic foliage-forward look that works beautifully in modern landscapes and mixed containers.

When compared to brighter sedums like ‘Lemon Ball,’ it provides depth and contrast, making surrounding plants pop. For gardeners seeking a low-growing sedum with dark foliage, summer flowers, and exceptional durability, Sedum ‘Voodoo’ is an excellent choice.