Showy Sedum (Hylotelephium spectabile)
Family: Crassulaceae
Hylotelephium spectabile is a cold-hardy succulent that is widely popular in temperate gardens. It has a long history of cultivation in eastern Asia, where it is native. It is easy to grow, even in poor soil, and it tolerates periods of drought. Many cultivars are available in shades of white, pink, magenta, and red. Hylotelephium is closely related to Sedum, a large and diverse genus of succulent plants that includes many indoor and outdoor ornamental plants.
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Tags:
border, butterfly, flower, ornamental, perennial, succulent, sun
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Cultivation: Medium-sized perennial for USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9. Grows best in full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm) tall with a spread of 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from late summer through early fall.
Propagation methods: division, cuttings.
Size: Reaches 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm) tall with a spread of 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from late summer through early fall.
Propagation methods: division, cuttings.