Species stonecrop Guide
Autumn Joy Stonecrop (Hylotelephium 'Herbstfreude') with succulent green foliage and large flower heads transitioning from green to purple

stonecrop

Hylotelephium telephium subsp. ruprechtii

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Yellow-white with pink edges Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Stonecrop should be watered regularly and lightly during the growing season, April to September. It should receive a deep watering once every 7 to 14 days. During dry periods, water more often to keep the soil moist; during wet spells, reduce watering frequency. If you're unsure about the water needs of your particular stonecrop plant, do the finger test: stick your finger in the soil to roughly knuckle-deep. If the soil feels dry, give the plant a good drink.

sunlight

Stonecrop (Hylotelephium telephium subsp. ruprechtii) does best in sunny locations with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It thrives best when placed in a south to southwest facing spot where it can receive full sun during the cooler hours of the day. Stonecrops do not tolerate shade and will not perform well in the shade or partial shade. Adequate sunlight is essential for flowering and for the plant to reach its full size. If grown in a shady spot, it will grow spindly with few flowers.

pruning

Stonecrop thrives in full to partial sun, and generally requires pruning twice a season. Prune in early spring prior to new growth starting. This will help stimulate new growth and help shape the plant to your preferences. In late summer or early fall, deadhead any faded flowers to encourage new growth for the next season. Avoid heavy pruning and, if needed, it’s best to prune back gradually over several seasons to avoid stressing the plant.