Autumn Joy Sedum
Hylotelephium 'Herbstfreude'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18-24 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown level with soil. |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Poor, sandy, well-draining soil. Rich soils cause flopping. |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Succulent |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Light gray-green |
| Bloom | Pink maturing to rust red |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, division. |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Rabbit Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Wildlife Only |
| Companions | Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Festuca, Aster. |
Where it came from
| Grower | Home Depot |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Home Depot |
Care
Cut stems when done flowering. Highly drought tolerant; avoid overwatering to prevent floppy growth.
Maintenance
Pinch back stems in late spring or early summer to encourage bushier growth and prevent splitting.
Cleanup
Leave dried flower heads for winter architectural interest. Cut back to basal rosette in early spring.
Notes
Botanically reclassified from Sedum to Hylotelephium. Excellent late-season nectar source for pollinators.