Stonecrop 'Autumn Joy'

Thu, 05/06/2010 - 8:20am — Cristine Mortensen

Photo Credit:

Kathy Ormiston, PADG

Botanical Name:

Sedum 'Autumn Joy'

Pronunciation:

SEE-dum

Common Name:

Stonecrop 'Autumn Joy'

Plant Type:

Succulent

Mature Size:

1 - 2 ft. high and 2 ft. wide

Water Requirements:

Low: water every 3 weeks until the root ball is wet

Sun/Shade Requirements:

Full to half sun

Flower Color :

Pink

Wildlife:

Attracts bees

This is a very easy plant to have in your garden. Sedum 'Autumn Joy' stands very upright with no need for extra support, needs very little water and generally is not bothered by garden insects. In late summer the plant blooms a nice strong pink and slowly fades to a rust. Good for adding color to the garden when most other plants are tired and resting. During the winter months 'Autumn Joy' dies back to the ground and returns in the early spring.

In the Water Wise Garden, Sedum 'Autumn Joy' is planted in a very rocky, well drained spot. It has grown very slowly, but steadily. It is a favorite of many gardeners because of the long lasting fall color.