Species October daphne
Green-gray-marron leaves.

October daphne

Hylotelephium sieboldii

October daphne (Hylotelephium sieboldii) is a perennial succulent with small, rounded, evergreen leaves and large sprays of tiny, star-shaped, pinkish-purple flowers. It is native to Japan and is an attractive garden plant, usually planted in rock gardens, mixed borders, or along pathways. It grows best in full sun and in soils with good drainage. It is hardy to USDA Zone 3 and can tolerate brief periods of cold down to -30 degrees Fahrenheit. The blooms appear in late summer to early fall when other flowering plants are done for the season. This plant is an excellent choice for adding a splash of color to the autumn garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The October daphne (Hylotelephium sieboldii) should be watered on a regular basis. Aim to moisten the soil to a depth of 4-6 inches. When the top inch of the soil is dry, apply 1-2 inches of water. Generally, it's best to water in the morning to get the plant hydrated before the day's heat. Consider providing supplemental water during an extended stretch of hot or dry weather. It is important to note that this plant is very susceptible to over-watering, so be sure to allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

sunlight

October Daphne thrives under full sunlight for at least 6 hours a day, but when exposed to temperatures above 24˚C, its flower production may slow. The plant should be shaded from direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day. It also benefits from receiving morning sun and later afternoon shade or dappled shade during the hottest hours of the day. October Daphne is best suited for USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

pruning

October Daphne should be pruned in late winter after any threat of frost has passed. Pruning should be done lightly, removing any dead or diseased wood, crossing stems and any shoots that are too vigorously growing. Cut back to a healthy flowering shoot, making sure that the primary stem is strong. Prune lightly to shape the plant and direct its growth and help maintain an overall desirable form. It is important not to prune too much or too often, as the plant can be weakened by this, resulting in fewer blooms.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

October

Hardiness Map