Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum spectabile)
Also known as: Showy stonecrop, Autumn Joy
'Autumn Joy' — the classic cold-hardy border succulent: cabbage-like grey leaves and huge pink flower heads that age to rust. It belongs to the Hylotelephium genus, comes from China/Korea, stays around 40–60 cm tall, and tolerates USDA 3–9; hardy to -30 °C. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Hylotelephium
- Origin: China/Korea
- Mature size: 40–60 cm tall
- Hardiness: USDA 3–9; hardy to -30 °C
- Toxicity: Non-toxic
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Hylotelephium
- Origin
- China/Korea
- Mature size
- 40–60 cm tall
- Growth habit
- Upright clumping border stonecrop
- Leaf colour
- Grey-green fleshy toothed leaves
- Flower colour
- Pink-red massive flat clusters in autumn
- Hardiness
- USDA 3–9; hardy to -30 °C
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- Other names
- Showy stonecrop, Autumn Joy
About the Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum spectabile)
'Autumn Joy' — the classic cold-hardy border succulent: cabbage-like grey leaves and huge pink flower heads that age to rust. Dies to the ground each winter; cut back in spring.
Care and cultivation
Upright border stonecrops that die back in winter and regrow in spring. Full sun keeps stems sturdy; cut back dead stems in early spring. Light: Full sun. Water: Weekly in growth; almost dry in winter. Soil: Gritty mix; tolerates garden soil outdoors.
Description
Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum spectabile) is a Hylotelephium succulent from China/Korea. 'Autumn Joy' — the classic cold-hardy border succulent: cabbage-like grey leaves and huge pink flower heads that age to rust. Dies to the ground each winter; cut back in spring.
Identification
Key identification features: Grey-green fleshy toothed leaves leaves in a Upright clumping border stonecrop form, reaching 40–60 cm tall. Also known as Showy stonecrop, Autumn Joy. Nickname: 'Autumn Joy'. Nickname: 'Autumn Joy'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum spectabile)?
Every 10–14 days in growth. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum spectabile) toxic to pets?
Non-toxic. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.
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Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum spectabile), supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.