***Will Be Ready In September***

Common Name: Joe Pye Weed

Scientific Name: Eutrochium purpureum

Type of Plant: Herbaceous perennial

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements: Moist, well-draining soil; tolerates clay soil

Moisture Requirements: Prefers consistent moisture

Season of Interest: Late summer to early fall

Height: Typically 4-7 feet tall

Width: 2-4 feet wide

Flower Color: Pale pink to purplish flowers

Ideal Planting Locations: Meadows, rain gardens, along pond edges, and naturalized areas

Benefits for the Area: Attracts a wide variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; provides height and late-season color to the landscape; important nectar source for migrating Monarch butterflies.

Medicinal Uses: Traditionally used by Native Americans to treat fevers, colds, and kidney stones; known for its diuretic properties.

Edible Uses: Not commonly consumed, primarily used for medicinal purposes.

Host Plant for:

• Various butterflies and moths

Spring Care: Cut back any dead growth from the previous year; divide clumps if they become too large.

Summer Care: Ensure the soil remains consistently moist, especially during dry spells; deadhead spent flowers to promote more blooms.

Fall Care: Cut back the plant after the first frost; mulch around the base to protect roots during winter.

Winter Care: Joe Pye Weed is hardy and typically requires minimal care during winter; ensure mulch remains in place to provide root protection.