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Family: Stonecrop
Type: Perennial
Sedum SunSparkler ‘Angelina’s Teacup’ is a vibrant, low-growing succulent known for its bright yellow-green foliage that intensifies in color under full sun. Unlike its parent, ‘Angelina’, this cultivar does not bloom, focusing all its energy into producing lush, dense mats of colorful foliage.
It’s an ideal groundcover that adds a splash of color year-round, with its leaves turning orange to copper tones in cooler temperatures. ‘Angelina’s Teacup’ is incredibly drought-tolerant and thrives in poor soil, making it a perfect choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet striking landscape addition.
Hardiness Zone: 3a-9b
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Friendly: Yes
Moisture Preference: Dry to average
Sun Needs: Full sun
Drought Tolerance (Xeriscape): Yes
Growth Rate: Fast
Average Height (feet): 0.5
Average Spread (feet): 2
Average Life Span (years): 10
Form: Spreading
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Shape: Star
Bloom Season: From early to mid summer
Foliage Color: Yellow
Foliage Shape: Needle
Incorporating ‘Angelina’s Teacup’ into your garden design can brighten up rock gardens, borders, and container arrangements with its vivid foliage. Its compact habit and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for adding contrast and interest to green spaces.
Use it to edge pathways, as a colorful filler in mixed succulent containers, or as a living mulch under taller plants where it can spread without overpowering its neighbors.
The plant’s drought resistance and ability to adapt to various conditions make it an invaluable asset in creating sustainable, low-water landscapes.
'Angelina's Teacup' thrives in the well-drained conditions of rock gardens, where its colorful foliage can truly stand out against the stones.
In contemporary designs, this sedum adds a touch of brightness and texture, complementing minimalist aesthetics with its dense, colorful mats.
Its tolerance to salt and wind makes 'Angelina's Teacup' a fitting choice for coastal gardens, where it can contribute vibrant color year-round.
Plant ‘Angelina’s Teacup’ along the edges of dry stream beds or gravel paths to introduce lively color and texture. It’s also ideal for green roofing projects, where its low maintenance and drought tolerance are especially valuable. Pair with darker-leaved plants or those with purple flowers for a striking contrast that highlights the unique beauty of ‘Angelina’s Teacup’.
In spring, 'Angelina's Teacup' begins to grow, its chartreuse foliage brightening the garden as the days get longer.
Throughout the summer, the intense yellow-green foliage of 'Angelina's Teacup' creates a vibrant carpet, adding warmth to the landscape.
As temperatures drop, the foliage shifts to stunning shades of orange and copper, bringing autumnal hues to the forefront.
Even in winter, 'Angelina's Teacup' maintains its colorful presence, offering visual interest in otherwise dormant gardens.
Lavandula x intermedia 'Phenomenal'
Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro'
Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire'
Sedum SunSparkler ‘Angelina’s Teacup’ is best planted in areas that receive full sun to part shade, where its foliage can achieve the brightest color.
This sedum variety thrives in full sun, requiring at least six hours of sunlight daily to maintain its vibrant yellow-green foliage.
Well-drained soil is crucial for 'Angelina's Teacup,' as it prevents root rot. It is adaptable to various soil types, including sandy and rocky soils.
Space plants approximately 6 to 8 inches apart to allow for spreading and to achieve a dense ground cover.
The optimal planting time is in the spring or fall when temperatures are cooler, which helps the plant to establish without stress.
Dig a hole just deep enough to accommodate the root ball. Place the plant in the hole, backfill with soil, and water lightly to settle the roots.
Water moderately until established. Once mature, ‘Angelina’s Teacup’ is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.
Generally, fertilizing is not necessary. If growth seems slow, apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Minimal pruning is needed. Trim back any parts that outgrow the desired space in early spring to maintain shape.
Remove any dead or damaged foliage from winter. This is also a good time to lightly fertilize if necessary.
Ensure the plant is watered during prolonged dry spells, though 'Angelina's Teacup' generally requires little to no supplemental watering.
No specific fall care is required, as 'Angelina's Teacup' will naturally prepare for dormancy.
'Angelina's Teacup' requires no special winter care in most climates, but a light mulch can be applied in colder regions for extra protection.
Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire'
Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Joy'
Sedum 'Frosted Fire'
‘Angelina’s Teacup’ is a moderate spreader, filling in space within a growing season but not aggressively overtaking areas.
Yes, its compact growth and vibrant color make it an excellent choice for containers, where it can spill over the edges beautifully.
‘Angelina’s Teacup’ is frost-hardy and can survive winters in USDA zones 4-9, making it a resilient choice for many gardens.
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