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Eupatorium purpureum

Sweet Joe Pye Weed

 

Perfect for shady butterfly gardens, Eupatorium purpureum thrives in semi-shade and woodland edges, as well as in full sun. The large pink flowers are a favorite nectar source for Monarchs, Swallowtails, and many other butterflies. The textured foliage looks good all summer long. Plants are tall and stately. Perennial.

  • Large clusters of pale pink to pale purple flowers
  • Large leaves in whorls around the stem
  • Great for naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Soil Moisture
• Keep Well-Watered
• Moist, Well-Drained
Attributes
• Border or Bed
• Mass Planting
• Native
• Naturalizing
• Perennial
Habit
• Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer Bloomer
Additional Information about Eupatorium purpureum


The milky sap of this plant may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. Exercise caution when harvesting. The purchaser assumes all liability relating to the use of this product.

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