Plant Library
Joe Pye Weed purpureum
Common Name: Joe-Pye Weed
Botanical Name: Eupatorium purpureum
Variety: purpureum
Blossom Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Jul-Sep
Zone: 3 to 8
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Mature Height: 4-7'
Mature Width: 2-4'
Notes: This stately wildflower adds architectural presence to long borders and meadow plantings. Pollinators flock to its large, open clusters of vanilla scented, mauve pink flowers which appear above the rugged, green foliage on tall stems. Give it plenty of space and consistent moisture for best results. Deer resistant.