Oxypetalum coeruleum | Heavenly Blue | Tweedia Hellebore which later fades to green

which later fades to green

This plant is correctly known as Hylotelephium Autumn Joy

Plant in full sun or dappled shade in well-drained soil and some protection from wind is appreciated

Its seed pods also make great dried flowers

as a stake to hold up plants such as tomatoes or you could as one of our customers has done tie twine to it

Oxypetalum coeruleum | Heavenly Blue | Tweedia Hellebore which later fades to greenKnown to many by the name Tweedia this delightful plant is recognised for its clear, pale sky blue starry flowers which are long lasting and make an excellent cut flower. Also a very useful food plant for butterflies. The stems have latex like sap when cut that needs cauterising to seal, which you can use either a flame or dip the ends into boiling water. This variety is particularly good for cutting as it has lovely long stems. Tweedia has grey