Autumn Charm Stonecrop

Autumn Charm Stonecrop (Sedum 'Autumn Charm')

Autumn Charm Stonecrop (Sedum 'Autumn Charm') is a variegated selection of the beloved Sedum 'Autumn Joy', featuring the same dependable performance with strikingly edged foliage and late-season blooms. This upright, drought-tolerant perennial adds bold color, structure, and an eye-catching focal point to borders, pollinator gardens, and container plantings.

Distinctive Features

'Autumn Charm' forms a strong, upright clump of fleshy, blue-green leaves with creamy-white margins that remain vibrant throughout the growing season. In late summer, large, dome-shaped clusters of soft pink flowers emerge, deepening to a rich rosy-red as the season progresses. The blooms persist well into fall, eventually fading to a bronzy-tan for continued winter interest. Growing 18 to 24 inches tall and spreading up to 24 inches, this variety provides excellent contrast and structure in mixed plantings.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun for best variegation and flowering.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil; tolerates poor soils.
• Water: Drought-tolerant once established; requires minimal watering.
• Humidity: Prefers dry to moderate humidity; avoid excessive moisture.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9, making it highly adaptable.

Ideal Uses

• Mixed Borders: Adds height, structure, and late-season color.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
• Xeriscapes: Thrives in low-water environments.
• Container Plantings: Variegated foliage adds brightness to patio gardens.
• Winter Interest: Dried flower heads persist into winter for seasonal beauty.

Low Maintenance Care

Autumn Charm Stonecrop is a resilient, easy-care perennial that thrives with minimal attention.

• Watering: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings.
• Pruning: Leave flower heads for winter interest or cut back in late fall or early spring.
• Fertilizing: Minimal fertilization required; thrives in lean soils.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to pests, deer, and rabbits.
• Winter Care: Stems may be left standing for winter texture and cut back in spring.

Why Choose Autumn Charm Stonecrop?

Autumn Charm Stonecrop offers variegated foliage, late-season blooms, and low-maintenance care, making it an excellent choice for xeriscapes, borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

• Unique Variegated Foliage: Creamy-white margins add contrast to garden beds.
• Rosy-Pink Blooms: Flowers transition from soft pink to deep rose.
• Attracts Pollinators: A favorite of bees and butterflies.
• Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry soils with minimal care.
• Winter Beauty: Dried flower heads add seasonal texture.

For striking foliage, reliable structure, and extended seasonal interest, Autumn Charm Stonecrop (Sedum 'Autumn Charm') is an exceptional focal point choice for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings.