Spotted Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium Maculatum)
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed (Eutrochium maculatum):
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed is a towering native perennial that adds height, texture, and pollinator appeal to any landscape. Blooming in late summer to early fall, it produces large, airy clusters of soft pink to purplish flowers that are irresistible to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist to wet soils, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, meadows, and naturalized areas. Reaching 4-6 feet tall, with striking, purple-speckled stems, Spotted Joe-Pye Weed brings a wild beauty to the garden while supporting local ecosystems.
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed (Eutrochium maculatum):
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed is a towering native perennial that adds height, texture, and pollinator appeal to any landscape. Blooming in late summer to early fall, it produces large, airy clusters of soft pink to purplish flowers that are irresistible to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist to wet soils, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, meadows, and naturalized areas. Reaching 4-6 feet tall, with striking, purple-speckled stems, Spotted Joe-Pye Weed brings a wild beauty to the garden while supporting local ecosystems.
Plant Specs:
-Botanical Name: Eutrochium Maculatum
-Common Name: Spotted Joe Pye Weed
-Native Range: North America (wet meadows, streambanks, and prairies)
-Mature Size: 4-7 feet tall, 2-4 feet wide
-Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
-Soil Type: Moist, rich, well-draining soils (tolerates clay)
-Water Needs: Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil
-Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
-Flower Color: Pink to purplish-pink
-Wildlife Benefits: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators; host plant for some butterfly larvae
-Deer Resistance: Moderate
-Growth Habit: Tall, upright perennial with clusters of fluffy flowers and purple spotted stems