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Sedum 'Autumn Joy' - Stonecrop
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Sedum 'Autumn Joy'

Stonecrop, tall

A popular perennial that changes with the seasons, 'Autumn Joy' sedum is valued for its late season of bloom and waxy, succulent, attractive green leaves. In late summer to fall, strong, upright stems support enormous rounded clusters of numerous, star-shaped flowers. Autumn Joy's blossoms start rosy-pink in late summer then darken to rich ruby-red and finally rusty red in late fall. Stonecrop's foliage dies back in winter, but the dried, brown, upright flower heads may be left to provide winter interest and seeds for songbirds.

Additional:

Also known as 'Herbstfreude' sedum.

Stonecrop, tall Growing and Maintenance Tips:

'Autumn Joy' stonecrop is best growing in a full sun location with average garden soil and good drainage. Do not deadhead. Cut back in early spring.

Height:

12-24 Inches

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Spread:

18-24 Inches

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Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Characteristics & Attributes for Sedum 'Autumn Joy'

Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Dry
Average
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Songbirds
Critter Resistance
Rabbit Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Winter
Summer
Fall
Growth Habit
Spreading
Height
16-24 Inches
12-16 Inches
Attributes
Focal Point
Border or Bed
Great Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Container
Mass Planting
Cut Flower
Naturalizing
Dried Flower
Rock Garden
Foliage Color
Green
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