Hylotelephium ‘Dazzleberry’ is a compact, eye-catching perennial sedum with vibrant raspberry-red flower clusters and attractive blue-grey foliage. Drought-tolerant and easy to grow, it provides long-lasting summer and autumn colour while being a magnet for bees and butterflies.
Type: Deciduous perennial
Common Name: Stonecrop
Foliage Colour: Blue-grey, fleshy and mat-forming
Flower Colour: Bright raspberry-red
Height: 20cm (0.6ft)
Spread: 45cm (1.4ft)
Flowering Time: July to October
Hardiness: Hardy in the UK down to temperatures of -20 degrees Celcius (RHS hardiness rating H7)
Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates dry or sandy conditions
‘Dazzleberry’ bursts into bloom in mid to late summer with large, domed heads of vivid raspberry-red flowers that last for weeks and age gracefully into autumn. The bold colour stands out brilliantly against the cool-toned foliage, making this sedum a standout choice for rock gardens, front borders, and wildlife-friendly spaces.
This variety forms a low, spreading mound of fleshy, blue-grey leaves that look good from spring right through to winter. Its compact habit means it doesn’t flop or become untidy, making it perfect for small gardens, edging, or planting en masse as ground cover.
The flat flower heads of Hylotelephium ‘Dazzleberry’ are rich in nectar and highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hoverflies. It’s an excellent choice for pollinator-friendly planting schemes and late-season support for garden wildlife.
Like most sedums, ‘Dazzleberry’ thrives in dry, sunny spots and requires little water once established. It’s a tough and undemanding plant that copes well with poor soil and heat, making it ideal for gardeners seeking reliable, low-effort planting.
Watering: Water during prolonged dry periods when newly planted. Once established, it is very drought tolerant.
Feeding: Not usually necessary; if desired, a light application of general-purpose fertiliser in spring will support growth.
Pruning: Cut back dead flower heads and stems in late winter or early spring to tidy up the plant and encourage fresh growth.
Dividing: Can be divided every 3–4 years in spring to maintain vigour and spread.
Positioning: Requires a sunny, well-drained site. Avoid overly rich or wet soils, which can lead to rot.
Potted: Yes, Hylotelephium ‘Dazzleberry’ is excellent in pots. Choose a container with good drainage and use a gritty, free-draining compost such as cactus mix or a loam-based compost with added sand. Ideal for sunny patios, gravel gardens, and balcony displays.
With RHS H7 hardiness, ‘Dazzleberry’ is fully hardy across the UK and returns reliably each year. Its foliage emerges early in spring and remains attractive until frost, with spent flower heads adding winter interest if left uncut.
Pair Hylotelephium ‘Dazzleberry’ with:
Echinacea ‘White Swan’ – for height and contrast
Stachys byzantina (Lamb’s Ear) – for soft silver foliage
Lavandula angustifolia – for scent and drought tolerance
Achillea ‘Terracotta’ – to complement the warm tones
Hylotelephium ‘Dazzleberry’ is a bold, compact, and low-maintenance perennial that delivers vibrant summer colour, attractive foliage, and wildlife value. It’s ideal for sunny borders, gravel gardens, or containers where colour and form matter with minimal care.
Plant Hylotelephium ‘Dazzleberry’ for brilliant red blooms, reliable drought resistance, and a neat, long-lasting presence that supports pollinators and brings structure to your garden.
Buying Perennials from Jacksons Nurseries
At Jacksons Nurseries we lightly trim back our perennials after flowering and trim them back at the end of the season to ensure that the plants remain neat and tidy whilst in the pot. The more tender the plant the less we cut back to help protect exposed stems from winter frost. Depending on the plant variety we will then prune back further in spring once the risk of the more severe frosts is over.
As a result, depending on the time of year you buy perennials, they may not look like images showing their ‘prime time’ in flower and looking at their best.
From late autumn onwards and dependent on variety, there may be very little visible above the soil except for a few cut back dormant leaves or stems. It is perfectly normal for dormant plants to look like this from autumn onwards, they will however burst back into life in spring.
Availability: Stock availability figures are provided as a guide only. There is a delay between orders being placed and the plants being gathered by our pulling team. During this time it may be possible for a member of the public to purchase these plants from our Garden Centre, while this is rare it is a possibility and we will notify you of any problems as soon as possible. This figure may also include plants that have not yet be flagged as unsaleable.
Pre-order: Pre-order times are given as a guide only and may vary dependent on the growing season. Orders containing Pre-ordered products will be shipped as a single order when all items become available. Large orders may be part shipped, please contact us on 01782 502741 or email sales@jacksonsnurseries.co.uk.
Perennials are described and classified differently by different gardeners but all would agree that they are plants that come into flower every year from early spring to late summer, the exact time dependent on variety and most die back to ground level in autumn and winter.
As for all plants, soil preparation is time well spent. Dig over the area to be planted ensuring that the ground is free draining. If not then you may wish to either consider planting in a different spot or raising the level of the planting area by adding additional topsoil, well rotted garden compost and/or well rotted manure. Add ‘Fish, Blood and Bone’ fertiliser or a high potash fertiliser to encourage good root growth and development.
It’s always a good idea to plant a few of the same plant together, we recommend planting in 3’s or 5’s to provide a bold effect but allowing them plenty of room to develop.
Always check eventual plant heights when planning borders to ensure that the taller plants are at the back (or at the centre of an island bed) followed by the medium and then smaller low growing plants.
Remember to deadhead perennials after flowering, trim back lightly in autumn as required to tidy the border and if necessary trim again in spring once the risk of heavy frost has passed.
If perennials get too big, start to flower less and less or if it seems to be dying off from the centre, consider dividing the plant but always check that the particular variety is happy to be divided and that you divide at the right time of year for the plant.
By using this simple guide and a little time, perennials can make an absolutely spectacular difference to your garden.