| Common Name | Showy Stonecrop / Autumn Joy Sedum |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Hylotelephium |
| Species | Spectabile |
| Origin | East Asia |
| Blooming | Late summer to autumn, pink flowers turning red |
| Leaf Color | Glaucous blue-green / Grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy or loamy soil, drought tolerant, poor to moderate fertility preferred
Water regularly during establishment, allow soil to dry completely between waterings, reduce significantly in winter dormancy
Full sun required for best flowering and compact growth, tolerates partial shade but may leggy
Low nitrogen requirements, apply balanced slow-release fertilizer once in early spring
Cut back stems to ground level after flowering or in early spring before new growth
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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