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Sedum Purple Emperor
Hylotelephium 'Purple Emperor'
Price comparison:
£7.50 – £8.45
From 3 UK retailers
Sedum Purple Emperor is a pollinator-friendly herbaceous perennial reaching around 45cm tall. Produces flowers from August to October. Loved by butterflies and other garden visitors.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧 Low (Well-drained)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 45cm tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 aug,sep,oct
Wildlife
🐝 RHS Plants for Pollinators, butterfly plant
Compare Prices
Prices from 3 retailers across 2 pot sizes
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Prices last checked: 14 Oct 2026
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| Claire Austin Hardy Plants £5.50 standard delivery | £7.50Checked 21 Oct | 9cm | View at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Claire Austin Hardy Plants
£5.50 standard delivery
Size: 9cm
| Plant Providers | £8.45Checked 14 Oct | 2L | View at Plant ProvidersOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Plant Providers
Size: 2L
| Hayloft £6.95 flat rate. Free over £75 | £18.00Check availability at retailerChecked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at HayloftOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Hayloft
£6.95 flat rate. Free over £75
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Prices last checked: 14 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Sedum Purple Emperor is a pollinator-friendly herbaceous perennial reaching around 45cm tall. Produces flowers from August to October. Loved by butterflies and other garden visitors.
Latin Name
Hylotelephium 'Purple Emperor'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
low
Flowering Season
aug,sep,oct
Mature Height
45cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sedum Purple Emperor cost in the UK?
Sedum Purple Emperor prices in the UK range from £7.50 to £8.45 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £7.50 for a 9cm pot at Claire Austin Hardy Plants. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Sedum Purple Emperor online in the UK?
You can buy Sedum Purple Emperor from 3 UK nurseries including Claire Austin Hardy Plants, Plant Providers, Hayloft. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Sedum Purple Emperor?
The scientific name for Sedum Purple Emperor is Hylotelephium 'Purple Emperor'.
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