High Country Gardens
Sedum seboldii 'October Daphne'
Best low-maintenance choice for water-wise gardeners seeking late-season color.
The October Daphne Sedum, a low-maintenance perennial, offers unique foliage and late-season color. Its arching stems feature succulent, gray-green leaves, providing excellent texture contrast. This stonecrop blooms with deep pink, butterfly-attracting flowers in the fall. Ideal for rock gardens, containers, and xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and requires minimal water once established. It's a drought-tolerant and deer-resistant choice, shipping as a potted specimen ready to enhance your garden.
$10.99
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Category Rank
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-60%
Below average
Mature Height
612
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the late autumn season
- Xeriscaping enthusiasts needing low-maintenance plants for dry, sunny areas
- Conservationists looking to support pollinators before the winter months
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting quick groundcover coverage
- Gardeners with nutrient-rich soil prone to excessive moisture
- Homeowners with limited sunny space in their landscape
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental irrigation once established.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from grazing on the foliage.
Pollinator Appeal
Late-season pink blooms act as a magnet for local butterflies.
Maintenance Effort
A low-intervention perennial that requires very little seasonal upkeep.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to rock gardens, containers, or xeriscaped landscapes.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across a wide spectrum of USDA climate zones.
Key Specs
Mature Height
6-12 inches
Mature Spread
12-15 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-10
Soil Requirement
Fast-draining, Compost Enriched Garden Loam Soil
Ships As
Potted Plant
Age when shipped
1-2 years old
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Features
- Drought-tolerant and low water needs
- Attracts butterflies to your garden
- Deer and rabbit resistant foliage
- Provides late-season flower color
- Offers unique foliage texture
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Suitable for rock gardens and containers
- Excellent for xeriscaping
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust health of the plants upon arrival, often noting their impressive size compared to standard mail order offerings. The primary theme is reliability; this Sedum is celebrated for its vigorous growth and remarkable hardiness, thriving even in challenging conditions. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance nature and the dependable late season color it provides, making it a valuable anchor in the autumn landscape.
Know before you buy
This sedum needs fast-draining, well-aerated soil to thrive. If you have heavy clay, amend it with compost or grit to ensure proper drainage and prevent root rot.
October Daphne requires full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Without sufficient light, the stems may become leggy and the plant may not produce its signature fall blooms.
Yes, its succulent foliage is generally unpalatable to deer and rabbits. While no plant is 100% immune to hungry wildlife, this variety is a reliable choice for gardens prone to browsing.
Absolutely. Its compact, arching growth habit makes it an excellent choice for containers and rock gardens. Just ensure the pot has drainage holes and use a well-draining potting mix.
Once established, October Daphne is highly drought-tolerant and requires very little supplemental water. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to keep the plant healthy.
The plant ships as a 1-2 year old potted specimen. It will arrive well-rooted and ready to be transplanted into your garden or a larger container.
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