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Midnight Velvet: Dark Foliage & Intense Red Blooms
The Sedum ‘Rock ’N Grow® Midnight Velvet’ is a remarkable hybrid sedum from the Rock ’N Grow® collection, offering a striking combination of almost black, dark foliage and vibrant rose-red flowers. Compact and vigorous, it is an excellent choice for adding contrast, texture, and visual interest from spring through the heart of autumn—and even beyond, thanks to its persistent inflorescences.
Key Features
Type : Succulent Perennial (Sedum / Stonecrop) – Rock ’N Grow® ‘Midnight Velvet’ variety.
Botanical Name : Sedum hybrid ‘Midnight Velvet’ (PP35,725)
Bloom Time : Late summer to early autumn (late summer → fall)
Flowers : Rose-red flowers (rose red) visible in large clusters in late summer, emerging from mauve buds.
Foliage : Dark purple leaves, almost black in optimal light; sometimes a little greener in shade.
Height : ≈ 56–66 cm (22–26 in)
Width / Spread : ≈ 76–81 cm (30–32 in)
Habit : Upright, bushy habit, forming a compact "dome" or mass.
Growing Conditions
Exposure : Full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sun) for best foliage color and abundant flowering. In too much shade, the foliage will lose its color intensity.
Soil : Well-drained, poor to average, light soil. Soils that are too rich or too fertile can lead to leggy growth.
Watering : Low to moderate — once established, ‘Midnight Velvet’ tolerates dry periods.
Hardiness / Zones : USDA Zones 3–9 — very cold hardy.
Maintenance
Cut back lightly after the first blooms or in mid-summer if stems become leggy or flop.
Do not over-fertilize: minimal fertilizer application is recommended to maintain compact foliage.
Leave dried inflorescences in winter for visual interest and as a food source for birds.
Recommended Uses
Flower beds to create elegant, dark focal points.
Dry gardens, rockeries, or borders, thanks to its drought tolerance.
Pots or large containers: effective as a centerpiece in a composition.
Ideal in combination with silvery or light foliage, or with light-flowering perennials for strong contrast.
Summary
The Sedum Rock ’N Grow® ‘Midnight Velvet’ is a decorative plant rich in character: almost black dark foliage, vivid rose-red blooms, high hardiness, and minimal maintenance. Perfect for anyone looking to add contrast, texture, and depth to their outdoor spaces from spring through autumn—with winter charm thanks to dried seed heads.
