Showy Stonecrop 'Autumn Joy' (Hylotelephium telephium)

Showy Stonecrop 'Autumn Joy' (Hylotelephium telephium 'Autumn Joy', syn. Sedum telephium 'Autumn Joy') is a classic perennial for late-season color. It forms upright clumps of fleshy, blue-green leaves topped with large, flat flower heads that open pink in late summer, maturing to deep rosy-red, then coppery-rust in autumn.

Also known as 'Herbstfreude' (German for Autumn Joy). It is drought-tolerant, bee-friendly, and provides winter interest with its dried seed heads. The flowers are excellent for cutting and drying.

Grow in full sun, well-drained soil. It thrives in poor, dry conditions. Divide every few years to maintain vigor.