'Autumn Joy' Stonecrop (Sedum)
Perennial
- Butterflies love the giant, color-changing blooms!
- Long-lasting blooms can be cut or dried.
- Tough perennial - thrives in heat & humidity.
- Deer resistant and easy to grow.
- Zones 3-9, sun, 24″ tall x 18″ wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Common name: Autumn joy sedum, stonecrop
Zone: 3 - 9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun)
Height x width: 24" X 18"
Flower color: Mauve-red
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Late summer through fall
Bloom time: Summer, fall
Features: Winter interest, rabbit resistant, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, container plants
Uses: Accent, border, container gardening, cottage gardening, foundation planting, massing, specimen
How to Grow
Light: Sun (> 6 hours sun). Will lean toward the sun if grown in too much shade.
Water: Dry to average moisture. It tolerates drought once established, but should receive some water when conditions are hot and dry.
Spacing: 1.5 - 2 ft.
Fertilizing: Fertilizer isn't required when grown in rich soils, but a handful of all-purpose granular fertilizer can be applied in early spring if needed.
Winterizing: Dried flower heads of many varieties remain attractive in winter, whether left standing in the garden or brought indoors. Small animals and bugs may take home in accumulated debris during cold weather. It doesn't need mulch in winter unless grown in harsh climates.
Maintenance & pruning: Pinch back the tips of new spring growth for more compact plants. Stop fertilizing and water in the fall and winter. Throughout spring and summer, divisions and cuttings can easily root for new plants.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.