Can you help identify this perennial?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by capecodjon, Sep 26, 2010.

  1. capecodjon

    capecodjon Member

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    This is just starting to flower. Leaf structure reminds me of Sedum, but it isn't. I am pretty sure it's a perennial. Any ideas?
     

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    I would have guessed a sedum. There are lots of kinds - are you sure that it's not?

    Sorry!
     
  3. togata57

    togata57 Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Looks like the showy stonecrop (Hylotelephium spectabile, formerly known as Sedum spectabile) that has been growing in my back yard for over 20 years.
    The flowers are a favorite of honeybees and butterflies.
     
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    Yes that's the one! Hylotelephium spectabile
    Thanks!!!
     

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