Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium)

Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium) is a hardy, succulent perennial with fleshy leaves and clusters of star-shaped flowers that change color as they mature.

Above information is sourced from Wikipedia

Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and compact growth.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Hardy and adaptable to a range of temperatures, thriving in zones 3-9. Protect from extreme heat.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low

Benefits from a light feeding in spring; prefers lean to moderately fertile soil.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.3-0.6m

Spread

0.3-0.6m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semideciduous

Leaf Color

Green, Purple

Leaf Type

Succulent

Flower Size

5-10mm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · AugPeak fruit · Oct

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · MarPeak fruit · Mar

FloweringFruiting

Synonyms

Sedum telephium L.

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderSaxifragales
familyCrassulaceae
genusHylotelephium
speciesHylotelephium telephium

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Rating: 0/5

None

Additional Care Tips

Water orpine thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. While drought-tolerant once established, consistent moisture promotes better growth and flowering. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.

Prune orpine in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Cut back old stems to about 10-15 cm above the ground to encourage fresh, vigorous growth. Deadhead spent flowers in late summer or fall to maintain a tidy appearance and potentially encourage a second, smaller bloom.

Orpine can be easily propagated by stem cuttings or division. Take 10-15 cm stem cuttings in summer and root them in moist potting mix. Divisions can be made in early spring or fall. Simply dig up the plant, divide the root ball, and replant the sections.

Repot orpine every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. This is best done in early spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix. For established plants in the ground, repotting is rarely necessary unless relocation is desired.

FAQs

What are the soil requirements for Orpine?

Orpine prefers well-drained soil. It tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, and is drought-tolerant once established.

How much sun does Orpine need?

Orpine thrives in full sun to partial shade. Full sun generally results in better flowering and more compact growth.

When is the best time to plant Orpine?

Orpine can be planted in spring or fall. Spring planting allows the plant to establish before the summer heat.

How should Orpine be watered?

Water Orpine regularly during its first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.

How do I propagate Orpine?

Orpine can be easily propagated by stem cuttings taken in summer or by division of the root ball in spring or fall.

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and compact growth.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Hardy and adaptable to a range of temperatures, thriving in zones 3-9. Protect from extreme heat.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low

Benefits from a light feeding in spring; prefers lean to moderately fertile soil.

Additional Care Tips

FAQs