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Coraljade Stonecrop: Lime and Coral Domes for the September Bed
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Coraljade stonecrop forms a wide, upright clump of thick, rich green leaves, then in early fall tops each stem with a broad dome of citron-green buds that open soft coral pink. For a few weeks, buds and flowers mingle, so every head is a blend of lime and coral.
It holds those domes upright when many stonecrops flop open, and it has done well in Michigan trials. In a lavender bed it is the September finale.
Coraljade at a glance
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Hylotelephium 'Coraljade' |
| Flowers | Soft coral pink from citron-green buds, in domes 4 to 6 inches across |
| Foliage | Thick, fleshy, toothed, rich green |
| Size | 16 to 18 inches tall, 26 to 28 inches wide |
| Bloom | Starts early September, peaks mid-September |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 3 to 9 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Wildlife | Excellent for pollinators and butterflies; moderately deer resistant; rabbits avoid it |
The last act in a lavender bed
By September, most lavender beds have been harvested and are resting as tidy gray mounds. Coraljade wakes them up. Its flat domes and fleshy green leaves contrast with lavender's fine texture, and its coral-pink flowers feed late butterflies and bees when little else is blooming.
Coraljade and lavender also agree on growing conditions: full sun, lean soil and sharp drainage. Because it spreads more than two feet wide, place it at a corner of the bed or in the gaps between lavender groups, with room for air around each lavender crown. Plan it out in the Companion Plant Planner.
Planting and care
- Soil: average to poor and well-drained. Wet, heavy ground causes stem and crown rot.
- Feeding: none. Rich soil or overwatering makes stems stretch and flop.
- Water: very drought tolerant once established.
- Problems: generally trouble-free, and its foliage resists powdery mildew. Watch for aphids and sedum weevil.
- Winter: fully hardy in Michigan. Leave the stems and heads standing for winter interest and birds, then cut back in early spring as new growth appears.
Fresh and dried heads
Coraljade is good for cutting and drying. Cut a few heads during the lime-and-coral stage for arrangements, or let them age on the plant into rusty tones and dry them for fall wreaths with lavender. Left standing in the garden, the dried heads catch frost and snow beautifully.
Plug tray or bare root
Coraljade is offered as a 72-cell plug tray for mass plantings and as a bare root plant for adding to existing beds. See each product page for current availability, or visit the Wholesale Hub.
Frequently asked questions
Will Coraljade flop open like other sedums?
It is known for holding its domes upright when many stonecrops fall open. Lean soil and full sun help it stay that way.
When does Coraljade bloom?
Coraljade opens in early September and peaks mid-month, carrying color well into fall.
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