Joe Pye Weed 'Gateway' (Eupatorium maculatum): Shorter, Bushier Butterfly Magnet

'Gateway' Joe Pye weed (Eupatorium maculatum 'Gateway') is a shorter, bushier cultivar of the eastern North American native. From late summer into fall, its domes of dusky pink flowers attract butterflies and other insects. Seedheads persist well into winter for added interest.

Culture & Care

Provide full sun to light shade and moist, humusy soil that doesn't dry out. The blooms make good cut flowers. Problems are generally not serious.

Quick Reference

• Height: 3–6 ft.
• Spread: 3–6 ft.
• Growth Pace: Fast
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Moisture: Medium to wet
• Maintenance: Low
• Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
• Flower Color: Pink
• Attributes: Native, attracts butterflies, drought tolerant
• Uses: Beds, borders, naturalizing, waterside, cottage/meadow gardens