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Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire'–Hardy Perennial–Attracts Pollinators 4.5" Pot (Pack of 4)

Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire'–Hardy Perennial–Attracts Pollinators 4.5" Pot (Pack of 4)

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Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire'

Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire'

Description

Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire', commonly known as Autumn Stonecrop, is a hardy perennial that is prized for its stunning autumnal blooms. This plant features fleshy, succulent leaves and large, flat clusters of pink flowers that deepen to a rich, coppery red as the season progresses. It is a favorite for adding late-season color to gardens and is known for its drought tolerance and low maintenance needs.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It can also be used in container gardens and makes an excellent cut flower for arrangements. Its ability to attract pollinators makes it a great addition to wildlife gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Sedum spectabile 'Autumn Fire'
  • Common Name Common Name: Autumn Fire' Autumn Stonecrop
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous, succulent leaves
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No, best suited for outdoor gardens
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ornamental grasses, asters, and coneflowers

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Allow soil to dry between waterings
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy or gravelly soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates low humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Cut back in early spring to encourage new growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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