Sedum 'Autumn Charm'
Sedum 'Autumn Charm' is a variegated upright stonecrop valued for its blue green leaves edged in creamy white and its soft pink flower clusters that mature to rosy tones in late summer into fall. Its sturdy form and season long foliage interest make it a reliable choice for adding contrast and structure to sunny plantings.
Height & Spread: 18 - 24 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Dry to average well drained soil
Watering Needs: Low; drought tolerant once established
Deer Resistance: Deer and rabbit resistant
Native Status
This sedum is a cultivated selection of species native to parts of Europe and Asia and is not native to North America but is widely used in ornamental landscapes for its durability and late season color.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Butterflies
- Attracts Monarchs, Painted Ladies, and other late season butterflies that rely on its nectar rich blooms.
Bees
- Highly attractive to native bees and honeybees which gather nectar from the dense flower clusters.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow each plant to develop a full upright clump.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, and mass plantings where its variegated foliage and late blooms provide extended seasonal interest.
Companion Plants
- Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) - Adds strong vertical structure that contrasts with the rounded flower heads.
- Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Complements bloom timing and supports pollinators through late summer.
- Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan) - Provides bright yellow contrast alongside the soft pink tones.
- Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' (Switchgrass) - Introduces upright form and red tinged foliage that pairs well with the variegated leaves.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Adds earlier season vertical color and structure in the same sunny conditions.