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Spotted Joe Pye Weed
Eupatorium maculatum
Spotted Joe Pye Weed
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Deep purple stems hold aloft large pink-purple flower heads from midsummer into fall. Tolerates shade and wet soils, but will not do well in locations that are too dry. Seed heads become a food source for birds and an interesting addition to a winter garden. Native to North America.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Attracts birds.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Tolerates shade.
- Good for cut flowers.
Quick answers
How big does Spotted Joe Pye Weed get?
About 7' tall and 5' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Spotted Joe Pye Weed need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Spotted Joe Pye Weed need?
Moderate water use.
Will Spotted Joe Pye Weed grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Spotted Joe Pye Weed in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Spotted Joe Pye Weed wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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