Sedum 'Autumn Joy'

Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ (Hylotelephium spectabile ‘Herbstfreude’) is a robust, low-maintenance perennial known for its long-lasting color and exceptional garden performance. Upright, clump-forming plants feature thick, succulent stems topped with broad clusters of star-shaped flowers that open bright pink in midsummer, deepen to rose-red in late summer, and mature to coppery-bronze tones in fall, remaining attractive through winter. With blue-green foliage that resists drought and deer, ‘Autumn Joy’ brings vibrant structure and texture to beds, borders, and rock gardens. Hardy and dependable, it is one of the most beloved late-season bloomers for pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Growing Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’

Light: Prefers full sun for the best flowering, color, and compact growth.

Soil: Thrives in poor to average, well-drained soil; tolerant of sandy, chalky, or rocky conditions. Avoid overly rich or wet soil.

Water: Low water needs; drought-tolerant once established. Water occasionally during extended dry periods.

Fertilizer: Minimal fertilizer required; overfeeding can cause floppy growth.

Maintenance: Easy-care perennial; cut back old stems in early spring as new shoots emerge. May be pinched in early summer to control height and delay blooming.

Hardiness: Best in USDA zones 4–11. Blooms from midsummer through late fall, with seed heads offering winter interest.

Shipping Info

Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ is shipped as a healthy, well-rooted plant ready for immediate planting in borders, rock gardens, or containers. Highly adaptable and reliable, it provides year-round beauty with seasonal color transitions from pink to bronze. Each plant is carefully packaged to arrive safely and establish quickly in your garden.