Hylotelephium spectabile 'Autumn Fire'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting seasonal color.
This improved stonecrop is the ultimate low-effort workhorse for late-season color, shifting from soft pink to a deep, moody red as the temperatures drop. It lacks the wild, sprawling habit of older varieties, trading untamed growth for a sturdy, reliable structure that anchors a fall garden.
$14.40
at
White Flower Farm
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the late-season lull
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscaping
- Eco-conscious gardeners supporting pollinators and winter wildlife
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with overly rich soil or limited maintenance time
- Owners of shaded gardens or heavy, water-retaining soil
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, fast-growing landscape impact
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Extended bloom cycle provides reliable color from late summer through autumn.
Maintenance Ease
Drought-tolerant nature requires minimal intervention once established in the garden.
Pollinator Appeal
High-nectar flowers act as a magnet for essential bees and butterflies.
Landscape Versatility
Compact growth habit fits perfectly into borders, rock gardens, or massings.
Climate Adaptability
Broad hardiness range ensures success across diverse regional growing conditions.
Visual Evolution
Dynamic color shift from pink to bronze offers constant garden interest.
Key Specs
Mature Height
18-24 inches
Spacing
18-24 inches
Hardiness Zones
3-9S/10W
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Blooms In
August - October
Growth Habit
Shrub
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial, Shrub
Water Requirement
Low
Soil Type Preference
Well-drained
Bloom Season
Fall
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