Sedum 'Autumn Joy'
Stonecrop
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9
Pink to rust red blooms in late summer on light gray-green, fleshy foliage, which is interesting on its own. Noted for its fantastic fall display of flowers and foliage.
Sedum 'Autumn Joy' is an upright variety. Drought tolerant and carefree in well-drained soils.
Height
15-20 Inches
Spread
12-15 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Interesting Notes
This German hybrid of Sedum spectabilis and s. telephium is one of the most popular garden plants.
Proven Winners Variety.
Bloom Time
August-September
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Give plenty of drainage and air circulation. Nice winter interest, prune back spent foliage and blooms in early spring.
When to Divide
spring or fall
Good Companions
New England Aster (Aster novae-angliae), Goldenrod (Solidago ), Lamb's Ear (Stachys byzantina), Little Blue Stem (Schizachryium scoparium), Larkspur (Delphinium grandiflorum), Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum cistaceum), Fall Garden Mum (Chrysanthemum )Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Containers |
| • | Dried Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Gray-Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Spring |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
