Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ – Autumn Joy Stonecrop is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial prized for its succulent-like foliage and large clusters of pink flowers that deepen to copper-red in fall. Blooming from late summer through fall, this low-maintenance, deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it ideal for rock gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Autumn Joy provides multi-season interest, with fleshy, green leaves in spring and summer, vibrant blooms in fall, and dried seed heads that add winter texture while feeding birds.

Why Choose Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ – Autumn Joy Stonecrop?

• Long-Lasting Blooms: Pink flowers deepen to rich copper tones, extending garden color into fall.
• Drought-Tolerant & Deer-Resistant: Thrives in dry conditions and requires minimal watering.
• Pollinator-Friendly & Bird-Attracting: Provides nectar for bees and butterflies and winter seeds for birds.

Cultivating Tips:

• Best grown in full sun for strong flowering and compact growth.
• Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil; avoid wet or heavy clay conditions.
• Cut back old growth in early spring to encourage fresh, healthy new shoots.

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ is perfect for rock gardens, borders, and mass plantings. Its succulent foliage and striking flower heads pair beautifully with ornamental grasses, echinacea, and black-eyed Susans. Use it in xeriscapes, modern landscapes, or pollinator gardens to create a low-maintenance, water-wise planting.

Ecological Benefits:

While Autumn Joy Stonecrop is not a native species, it is an important late-season nectar source for bees and butterflies. Its dried flower heads provide winter seeds for birds, and its drought tolerance makes it an excellent choice for eco-friendly landscapes.

Since Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Eryngium yuccifolium – Rattlesnake Master – A unique, drought-tolerant native perennial with spiky white flower clusters that support pollinators.
• Liatris spicata – Blazing Star – A tall, drought-tolerant native perennial with purple flower spikes that attract bees and butterflies.
• Echinacea purpurea – Purple Coneflower – A native, long-blooming perennial with large daisy-like flowers that support pollinators and birds.