Orpine orpine Orpine (Hylotelephium telephium, formerly Sedum telephium) is a hardy, clump-forming, succulent perennial native to Europe and widespread in Scandinavia. It forms upright, fleshy stems with blue-green leaves and domed clusters of starry pink to reddish flowers late in the season, providing vital nectar for pollinators from late summer into autumn. Extremely cold hardy (Swedish zones 1–8), drought tolerant, and long-lived in well-drained soils. Numerous garden forms exist, including selections with purple foliage or deeper flower tones. Excellent for low-maintenance borders, prairie-style plantings, gravel gardens, and containers. Growing conditions LightFull sun to light shade; best flowering and sturdier stems in full sun. Soil typeWell-drained sandy or loamy soil; tolerates gravelly and poor soils; avoid waterlogged sites. Water requirementLow once established; moderate during establishment; allow soil to dry between waterings. Nutrient requirementLow; excessive fertility causes floppy growth and reduced flowering. Back to plant list
