Sedum Autumn Charm ('Lajos' PP14421) (25) plants
Common name: Stonecrop-Autumn. a/k/a Hylotelephium
Zones 3 to 9.
Full sun.
Plants reach 14 to 18 inches tall and 22 to 28 inches wide, compact, rounded, upright habit.
Growth rate: Moderate, easy to grow.
An 'Autumn Joy' sport, grey-green leaves with butter yellow, serrated edges form an upright clump just like its parent. In August, panicles of cream buds top the entire clump, then open to light pink flowers in September, followed by russet red seed heads in October. Stout, sturdy stems support the massive flower heads; and if left standing, they provide winter interest and food for birds
Performs best in full sun in moist, well-drained soils, but it is extremely urban tolerant. Sedum can be grown in highly stressful sites around rockery with thin, poor, or very dry soils, of various pH, low fertility, extreme heat, drought, and high light reflectance; however, it is not tolerant of wet or poorly drained soils. Plants grown in rich soil tend to be lanky and open.
Sedum is one of the most popular perennials grown in American gardens because it is very easy to grow and hardy in most areas of the country. Thick, succulent leaves which can store water, allow established sedum to withstand periods of drought. Divide sedum every 3 to 4 years to maintain compact growth habit. Pinching the taller varieties back by half in early summer will also help prevent them from splitting. This plant is not usually bothered by pests or diseases.
Excellent as a border plant, container, cut flower or foliage, dried flower or seed heads, drought tolerant, mass plantings, and salt tolerant. Attracts butterflies, Rabbit resistant. |
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