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Eupatorium (Joe Pye Weed): Towering Native for Moist, Sunny Meadows

Statuesque Late-Summer Blooms

Eupatorium (yew-puh-TOR-ee-um) forms 5- to 7-foot clumps topped by domed clusters of mauve-pink flowers that butterflies swarm. Best in evenly moist, compost-enriched soil in full sun; tolerates average soil and light shade once established. Surprisingly drought-tough after the first year.

Cultural Notes

Amend planting hole with compost and aged manure.
Water regularly the first season.
No staking needed in full sun; may lean in shade.

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