Fleshy grey-green clumps topped with broad flower heads that open dusky pink and deepen to rusty-red in autumn. Bees and butterflies cover the blooms; seed heads stand through winter.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 50 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Autumn Joy Stonecrop
Botanically, Sedum 'Autumn Joy' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Crassulaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Pink and red flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Where to grow Autumn Joy Stonecrop
Autumn Joy Stonecrop suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Autumn Joy Stonecrop does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Autumn Joy Stonecrop handles dry conditions well once established. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Autumn Joy Stonecrop after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Autumn Joy Stonecrop in the garden
Autumn Joy Stonecrop earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Autumn Joy Stonecrop with species that also favour very drought tolerant and cool-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Autumn Joy Stonecrop
Plant Sale lists Autumn Joy Stonecrop as potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
