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Eutrochium purpureum

purple Joe-Pye weed

Purple Joe-Pye weed is seldom found so-named in the horticultural trade, as this variable species hybridizes readily with other Joe-Pyes. E. purpureum tolerates dryer conditions than others in the genus, making it a great option for rain gardens.

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Height: 3-8 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
• Average
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Urban Environment
• Compaction Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Rain Garden
• Specimen
• Meadow garden
• Massing


North American Distribution