Joe Pye Weed - "Phantom" (Eupatorium maculatum) - 2 gallon
Eupatorium maculatum 'Phantom', commonly known as 'Phantom' Joe Pye Weed, is a compact, robust perennial in the Asteraceae family, known for its striking clusters of mauve-pink flowers and adaptability. This cultivar is prized for its more manageable size and excellent garden performance.
Flowers: Dense, dome-shaped clusters of mauve-pink flowers, each about 1/4 inch in diameter, blooming from mid-summer to early fall
Foliage: Whorled, lance-shaped, dark green leaves with sturdy, purple-tinged stems
Height/Spread: 3-4 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil; prefers rich, fertile soil but tolerates average conditions
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil but is drought-tolerant once established
Fertilization: Generally not required; thrives in nutrient-rich soils
Pruning: Cut back stems to the ground in late fall or early spring
Hardiness: USDA zones 4-9
Resistance: Deer-resistant and moderately drought-tolerant
Joe Pye Weed - 'Phantom' is ideal for adding color and attracting butterflies and bees to garden borders, smaller gardens, and naturalized areas with minimal maintenance.
Eupatorium maculatum 'Phantom', commonly known as 'Phantom' Joe Pye Weed, is a compact, robust perennial in the Asteraceae family, known for its striking clusters of mauve-pink flowers and adaptability. This cultivar is prized for its more manageable size and excellent garden performance.
Flowers: Dense, dome-shaped clusters of mauve-pink flowers, each about 1/4 inch in diameter, blooming from mid-summer to early fall
Foliage: Whorled, lance-shaped, dark green leaves with sturdy, purple-tinged stems
Height/Spread: 3-4 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil; prefers rich, fertile soil but tolerates average conditions
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil but is drought-tolerant once established
Fertilization: Generally not required; thrives in nutrient-rich soils
Pruning: Cut back stems to the ground in late fall or early spring
Hardiness: USDA zones 4-9
Resistance: Deer-resistant and moderately drought-tolerant
Joe Pye Weed - 'Phantom' is ideal for adding color and attracting butterflies and bees to garden borders, smaller gardens, and naturalized areas with minimal maintenance.
Eupatorium maculatum 'Phantom', commonly known as 'Phantom' Joe Pye Weed, is a compact, robust perennial in the Asteraceae family, known for its striking clusters of mauve-pink flowers and adaptability. This cultivar is prized for its more manageable size and excellent garden performance.
Flowers: Dense, dome-shaped clusters of mauve-pink flowers, each about 1/4 inch in diameter, blooming from mid-summer to early fall
Foliage: Whorled, lance-shaped, dark green leaves with sturdy, purple-tinged stems
Height/Spread: 3-4 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil; prefers rich, fertile soil but tolerates average conditions
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil but is drought-tolerant once established
Fertilization: Generally not required; thrives in nutrient-rich soils
Pruning: Cut back stems to the ground in late fall or early spring
Hardiness: USDA zones 4-9
Resistance: Deer-resistant and moderately drought-tolerant
Joe Pye Weed - 'Phantom' is ideal for adding color and attracting butterflies and bees to garden borders, smaller gardens, and naturalized areas with minimal maintenance.