Sedum (Hylotelephium) sieboldii

October Stonecrop, October Daphne

Family: Crassulaceae (Orphine Family)

  

·        Hardiness Zones:  4-9

·        Height: 4-6 inches

·        Spread: 10-12 inches

·        Bloom Time: October

·        Bloom: pale pink

·        Light: full sun to part shade

·        Soil: well-drained, neutral to alkaline, sand or loam

·        Moisture: low-average water needs; drought tolerant

·        Use: alpine gardens, ground cover, patio garden, rock garden, container, edging, masses

·        Care: divide every 3-4 years to maintain its compact growth habit

·        Concerns: generally trouble-free; aphids, scale, mealybugs

·        Native to: species native to Japan

·        Notes: mound of succulent powdery-blue leaves; salt tolerant

·        Supplier: The Flower Factory

·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Rock Garden C267, Welcome Garden B085

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