Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Joy' | Autumn Joy Sedum
DESCRIPTION
Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Joy' is a versatile perennial known for its succulent, gray-green leaves and dense, flat-topped clusters of flowers. These bloom from late summer into fall, initially appearing as soft pink buds, then deepening to mauve and rich reddish hues as the season progresses. Native to North America, it thrives in a variety of garden settings, from borders to rock gardens.
What makes 'Autumn Joy' unique is its color transformation, which extends the plant's visual interest into the fall months. Its drought tolerance and adaptability to a range of soil conditions make it a low-maintenance option for gardeners. The flowers also attract pollinators, bringing life and energy to the garden.
DESCRIPTION
Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Joy' is a versatile perennial known for its succulent, gray-green leaves and dense, flat-topped clusters of flowers. These bloom from late summer into fall, initially appearing as soft pink buds, then deepening to mauve and rich reddish hues as the season progresses. Native to North America, it thrives in a variety of garden settings, from borders to rock gardens.
What makes 'Autumn Joy' unique is its color transformation, which extends the plant's visual interest into the fall months. Its drought tolerance and adaptability to a range of soil conditions make it a low-maintenance option for gardeners. The flowers also attract pollinators, bringing life and energy to the garden.
DESCRIPTION
Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Joy' is a versatile perennial known for its succulent, gray-green leaves and dense, flat-topped clusters of flowers. These bloom from late summer into fall, initially appearing as soft pink buds, then deepening to mauve and rich reddish hues as the season progresses. Native to North America, it thrives in a variety of garden settings, from borders to rock gardens.
What makes 'Autumn Joy' unique is its color transformation, which extends the plant's visual interest into the fall months. Its drought tolerance and adaptability to a range of soil conditions make it a low-maintenance option for gardeners. The flowers also attract pollinators, bringing life and energy to the garden.
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Family: Crassulaceae
Height: 18–24 inches
Width: 18–24 inches
Foliage color: Fleshy gray-green leaves with coarsely toothed margins
Flower color: Clusters of star-shaped flowers that start pale pink and gradually darken to deep rose-red, eventually turning coppery-brown as they age
Bloom time: Late summer to fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Drought-tolerant
Maintenance: Low; leave seed heads for birds to eat in winter
Growing zone: USDA zones 3–9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and birds
