Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Joy' (Herbstfreude)
#COPF
More About Sedum spectabile Autumn Joy ('Herbstfreude') (COPF)
- Clump form, mounding habit
- Upright stems with round, slightly cupped, blue-green leaves
- Pink, star-shaped flowers form clusters on sturdy stems
- Flower colour deepens to a deep pink with cooler weather
- Flowers dry on stems adding winter appeal
- Bloom Time: Late summer to late fall
- Flower Height: 70 cm
- Foliage Height: 55 cm
Interesting Notes:
A little taller than Sedum 'Autumn Fire'
Zone:
3Height:
45-55 cmSpread:
50-60 cmColour:
PinkGenus Overview: Sedum
Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Sedum are some of the most versitile perennials on the planet. Best grown in an average to dry, extremely well-drained soil, in full sun. They are valued for their ability to handle intense heat, and hardy enough to survive the harshest of winters, making them a perferred plant to use in xeriscaping. Most sedum can tolerate short periods of wet or shade, but note, sun and moisture levels directly effect the colour and growing habits of every sedum. Taller cultivars will benefit from pruning 6-8 weeks prior to bloom time (cut back to about 1/3) to encourage a sturdier, compact habit and prevent the heavy, flower clusters from flopping over.
Sedum spectabile Autumn Joy ('Herbstfreude') (COPF) Characteristics
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Attracts Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Dried Flower/Foliage
Long Blooming
Heat Tolerant
Cut Flower/Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Evergreen
Rock garden
Ground cover
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedAverage to Dry Soils
Growth Rate
MediumFlowering Time
Lt. Sum-FallFall
Habit
ClumpingMounding
Foliage Color
GreenBlue
Landscape uses
Rooftop (extensive)Border/edging
Suitable Substitutions for Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Joy' (Herbstfreude)
Sedum spectabile 'Neon'
Showy Stonecrop
Sedum spectabile 'Brilliant'
Showy Stonecrop
Sedum spectabile 'Pink Bomb'
Showy Stonecrop
