Joe Pye Weed. A perennial with mid-green leaves. Bears domed clusters of wine-red flowers on purple-red stems. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers July to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Eupatorium purpureum ssp. maculatum ‘Atropurpureum’
A perennial with mid-green leaves. Bears domed clusters of wine-red flowers on purple-red stems.
Additional information
| Generic | Eupatorium |
|---|---|
| Species | purpureum |
| Varietry | ssp. maculatum 'Atropurpureum' |
| Common Name | Joe Pye Weed |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Clay Loam |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Bog garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
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