Autumn Joy Sedum – Cut Back
Q: My Autumn Joy sedums are huge now (18-24″ tall). Can I cut them back now so they won’t be so leggy in the fall when they bloom?
A: Yes, cut them back by one third in June. This will retard flowering but they will have stronger stems.
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