Spotted Joe Pye Weed (Eupatorium maculatum) - 1 gallon
Eupatorium maculatum, commonly known as Spotted Joe Pye Weed, is a robust perennial in the Asteraceae family, celebrated for its tall, upright habit and clusters of mauve-pink flowers. This native plant is known for its adaptability and resistance to deer and drought.
Flowers: Large, 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 leaves with dark spots on the stems, giving it the "spotted" name
Height/Spread: 4-7 feet tall, 2-4 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
Eupatorium maculatum is perfect for adding height and attracting butterflies and bees to gardens, wet meadows, and naturalized areas.
Eupatorium maculatum, commonly known as Spotted Joe Pye Weed, is a robust perennial in the Asteraceae family, celebrated for its tall, upright habit and clusters of mauve-pink flowers. This native plant is known for its adaptability and resistance to deer and drought.
Flowers: Large, 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 leaves with dark spots on the stems, giving it the "spotted" name
Height/Spread: 4-7 feet tall, 2-4 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
Eupatorium maculatum is perfect for adding height and attracting butterflies and bees to gardens, wet meadows, and naturalized areas.
Eupatorium maculatum, commonly known as Spotted Joe Pye Weed, is a robust perennial in the Asteraceae family, celebrated for its tall, upright habit and clusters of mauve-pink flowers. This native plant is known for its adaptability and resistance to deer and drought.
Flowers: Large, 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 leaves with dark spots on the stems, giving it the "spotted" name
Height/Spread: 4-7 feet tall, 2-4 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
Eupatorium maculatum is perfect for adding height and attracting butterflies and bees to gardens, wet meadows, and naturalized areas.