Maestro october daphne

Hylotelephium 'Maestro'

PerennialCrassulaceae

Maestro october daphne
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantEvergreen
USDA zones3 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size2 to 2.5 feet tall18 to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Soil types
Sand, loam

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerFoundationGround coverPollinator gardenRock gardenSpecimenWinter interest

Attracts

ButterfliesBeesBirds

Notes

'Maestro' october daphne (Hylotelephium 'Maestro') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, rock gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. It grows 24 to 30 inches tall and spreads 18 to 24 inches. Butterflies, bees, and birds visit it, and it tolerates drought. Deer rarely make it their first choice.

Pairs well with Woolly yarrow, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Switchgrass.