Sedum Black Knight
Sedum ‘Black Knight’ is a dramatic, upright succulent featuring dark purple to near-black fleshy foliage that intensifies in full sun. In late summer, it produces clusters of soft pink star-shaped flowers that attract pollinators. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for modern landscapes, rock gardens, and containers. Its bold colour and architectural form add striking contrast to garden beds and sunny mixed plantings.
Botanical Name | Sedum telephium |
Common Name | Sedum Black Knight |
Key Features | Sedum ‘Black Knight’ features near-black succulent foliage and soft pink flowers. Drought-tolerant and striking, it’s ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, and bold container displays. |
Size | Grows to 50cm high x 50cm wide. |
Position | Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Prefers dry conditions and thrives in heat and poor soils. |
Description | |
Landscape Ideas | A spectacular plant for containers, borders and garden beds. |
Water Requirements | Low |
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- Near-black, fleshy succulent foliage for bold contrast
- Soft pink, star-shaped flowers in late summer
- Upright, architectural growth habit
- Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance
- Perfect for sunny borders, rock gardens, and containers
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Excellent for modern or xeriscape garden designs
- Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
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