October Daphne (Sedum sieboldii): Blue-Green Whorls with Pink Edges

Overview

October Daphne (Sedum sieboldii, syn. Hylotelephium sieboldii) is a graceful, low, mounding sedum with arching stems bearing whorls of three rounded, blue-green leaves edged in pink. The pink intensifies in fall, giving rise to its name. In October, clusters of bright pink star flowers cover the plant. It dies back to the ground in winter, returning in spring. Perfect for rock walls, containers, and the front of borders. Award of Garden Merit winner. Delicate texture contrasts beautifully with bold plants.

Key Features

• Foliage: Whorls of 3 rounded, blue-green leaves; pink margins; fall color.
• Flowers: Bright pink star clusters; October.
• Habit: Low, mounding, arching stems; 6–12 in tall, 12–18 in wide.
• Seasonal: Dies to ground in winter; emerges spring.

Care Guidelines

Light

Full sun to part shade. Best pink edges in sun.

Water

Low. Drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained, average to lean.

Maintenance

Cut back dead stems in late winter. Divide in spring.

Taxonomy

Family:	Crassulaceae
Genus:	Sedum (SEE-dum)
Species:	sieboldii (see-BOLD-ee-eye)
Synonym:	Hylotelephium sieboldii