Sedum Autumn Fire (Stonecrop)
Sedum 'Autumn Fire' (Stonecrop) is an upright, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with a striking foliage of thick, fleshy, glaucous green leaves. Blooming in late summer and fall, a profusion of showy flowerheads packed with star-shaped, bright rosy flowers are on display. They are borne on stout, upright stems and rise with majesty above the foliage clump. Both foliage and dead inflorescences remain attractive through winter, providing some additional interest. Autumn Fire is an improved form of famous Sedum 'Autumn Joy' with larger flower heads and a longer blooming season. This sun-loving perennial is ideal for containers, alpine beds, rock gardens and other hot, dry spots. Very compact, this showy sedum is perfect for small garden spaces.
- Grows up to 24-30 in. tall (60-75 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 cm).
- Best grown in full sun, in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates very light shade and poor soils. Drought once established.
- Provides color and contrast to beds and borders or rock gardens at a time when most plants have stopped blooming. Effective when planted en masse or in groups.
- Flowers are attractive to bees, and butterflies and are excellent as cut flowers. The seed heads provide food for birds.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Rabbit resistant
- Low maintenance, this Sedum forgives neglect!
Requirements
Hardiness | 3 – 9 |
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Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Sedum – Stonecrops |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Late)FallWinter |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18″ – 24″ (45cm – 60cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |