Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Crassulaceae

Genus:

Hylotelephium

Species:

Hylotelephium spectabile

USDA Symbol:

HYSP9

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple, red

Reported Fauna Sightings

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky, open slopes and hillsides

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–21 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination; surface sow and do not cover. Best germinated at 65-70°F.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI