Showy Stonecrop (Sedum spectabile): Upright Pink Blooms & Succulent Blue-Green Leaves

Showy Stonecrop: Upright Pink Blooms for Late Summer Borders

Sedum spectabile is an upright species to 18 inches tall and wide, bearing pink flowers in August that persist into fall. Thick, succulent leaves are bluish green. Parent of the popular 'Autumn Joy' hybrid. Attractive to bees.

Classic Upright Sedum

• Upright habit to 18 inches
• Pink flowers August into fall
• Succulent blue-green leaves
• Parent of 'Autumn Joy'
• Attracts bees
• Divide every 3–4 years; stake or cut back by half in June to prevent flopping

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline, moderate fertility
• Water: Dry to medium
• Maintenance: Low

Propagation

Stem cuttings in early summer; root leaves in summer; seed in fall; divide in spring.

Potential Problems

Mealybugs, scale, slugs, snails.

Quick Reference

Height/Spread:	1–3 ft.
Bloom Time:	Late summer, early fall
Flower Color:	Pink
Foliage:	Blue-green, succulent
Uses:	Borders, cottage gardens