Product Description
Sedum 'Autumn Fire' (4) 1-gallons
a/k/a Stonecrop; Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Fire'.
Zone 3 to 9,
Sun or part sun.
Mature foliage height 24 to 36 inches and 2-foot spread.
Sedum 'Autumn Fire' is a popular and reliable succulent that provides a burst of late-season color with its large, rosy pink flower clusters. It is a fantastic addition to gardens, adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators.
- Flowers: The star of the show is the large, flat-topped flower clusters that emerge in late summer and persist into fall. The flowers start as a rosy pink and gradually deepen to a rich coppery red, providing a long-lasting display of color.
- Foliage: The thick, fleshy, blue-green leaves form an upright clump that adds structure and texture to the garden. The foliage remains attractive even when not in bloom.
- Growth Habit: It has an upright, clump-forming habit, typically growing 24-30 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide.
- Hardiness: It is hardy in USDA zones 3-9, tolerating a wide range of temperatures and conditions.
- Low Maintenance: Once established, it is very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.
Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: It thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to maintain its sturdy growth and vibrant flower color.
- Soil: It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils. It dislikes wet or poorly drained conditions.
- Moisture: It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers infrequent watering. Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.
Uses in the Landscape:
- Borders: Its upright habit and late-season blooms make it a great addition to perennial borders.
- Rock Gardens: It thrives in the well-drained conditions of rock gardens, adding color and texture.
- Containers: It is well-suited for containers, adding a touch of brightness to patios and decks.
- Cut Flowers: The long-lasting flower clusters are excellent for cut flower arrangements.
- Mass Plantings: When planted en masse, it creates a stunning display of color.
Additional Tips:
- Deadheading: Deadheading spent flowers can improve the appearance of the plant.
- Pruning: It is best to prune back the stems in early spring to encourage new growth and maintain a compact shape.
- Division: It can be divided every few years in spring to maintain plant vigor and propagate new plants.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: It is generally deer and rabbit resistant.
- Overwatering: Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.
Overall, Sedum 'Autumn Fire' is a vibrant and low-maintenance succulent that adds a fiery touch to the late-season garden. Its colorful flowers, sturdy growth habit, and adaptability make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant that thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions.
(4) 1-gallon containers ready to plant, plants may be trimmed for shipping,
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
