{"product_id":"sedum-hakonese-chocolate-ball-eg","title":"Sedum hakonese 'Chocolate Ball'","description":"\u003c!-- LEFT SECTION: DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-left-zone\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEDUM HAKONENSE ‘CHOCOLATE BALL’\u003c\/strong\u003e – A compact succulent stonecrop with warm chocolate-brown foliage that flushes deep red in cool temps, topped with golden-yellow summer blooms. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, or low containers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"a-vertical a-spacing-none\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRich chocolate to burgundy needle foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGolden-yellow star flowers in mid-late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEvergreen texture, turning red in fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrefers full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeight: 2–4 inches; Spread: 10–12 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDeer-resistant and drought-tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eShipped securely in its pot for safe arrival. Thrives in USDA zones 4–9 outdoors; also excellent in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- RIGHT SECTION: ZONES \u0026 DETAILS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-right-zone\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"growing-zone-sub\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zones: 4–9\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/0619\/2212\/files\/4-9.png\" style=\"width:100%;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"available-detail\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"plant-details-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–4 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–12 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSedum hakonense\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Chocolate Ball’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate, mat-forming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ SECTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-dis\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eIs Chocolate Ball a succulent or perennial?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt’s a hardy perennial succulent groundcover—stonecrop—known for its evergreen form and drought tolerance. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-b\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-b\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat color is the foliage and flowers?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eFoliage begins rich chocolate-brown, turning burgundy in cooler weather. Flowers are bright golden-yellow in mid to late summer. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-c\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-c\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eBlooms appear in mid to late summer (July–August), displaying dense yellow star-shaped flowers. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-d\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-d\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat soil conditions does it prefer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eThrives in well-drained, dry to moderately moist soil. Very adaptable to poor soils—perfect for rock gardens. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-e\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-e\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow much maintenance does it need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eLow-maintenance: just remove spent blooms and trim back old growth in spring to freshen appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-f\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-f\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow fast does it spread?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eSpreads moderately to form a mat approximately 10–12 inches wide; height remains around 2–4 inches. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-g\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-g\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhere is it best planted?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIdeal for rockeries, edging, containers, or gravel gardens—locations with sun and good drainage work best. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-h\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-h\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes—deer typically avoid it due to its succulent texture and contained growth habit. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-i\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-i\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eCan it grow in containers?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eAbsolutely—works great in containers, window boxes, and tight spaces thanks to its compact mat-forming habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n    \u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-j\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"faq-j\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat pests or diseases affect it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eGenerally very pest-resistant. Ensure good drainage to prevent rot—especially in high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pixies Gardens","offers":[{"title":"4.5\" pots \/ Flats of 10","offer_id":51978782310675,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1961\/4483\/files\/sedum-hakonese-chocolate-ball-10ct-flat__42231.jpg?v=1751366150","url":"https:\/\/homeandgardensforless.com\/products\/sedum-hakonese-chocolate-ball-eg","provider":"homeandgardensforless.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}