Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' (stonecrop 'Autumn Fire') — Clump forming

Overview

Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hylotelephium, part of the Crassulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, coastal and flower borders and beds.

About

Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial succulent belonging to the Crassulaceae family. Like other Hylotelephium, it produces clusters of small, star-shaped blooms from summer through autumn. This deciduous stonecrop thrives in full sun and well-drained gritty soil, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings including city gardens, gravel beds, and coastal areas. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and prefers alkaline to neutral soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. Propagation is best done by division in spring or softwood cuttings in early summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hylotelephium

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Coastal, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire'

Propagation: Division in spring, Softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in early summer
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Vine weevil
Disease resistance: Fungal and bacterial crown and root rots, Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire'?

Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' need?

Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' hardy in the UK?

Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

How do I propagate Hylotelephium x mottramianum 'Autumn Fire'?

Division in spring, Softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in early summer.

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