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Eutrochium (formerly Eupatorium) maculatum 'Gateway'
Joe Pye Weed
Plant Type: Native
A compact selection of the American native Joe Pye Weed with deep mauve-pink flowers, wine-red stems and dark green foliage. Flowers emerge in mid summer through fall, attracting butterflies and bees continually. This tall, natural-looking perennial has more of a compact habit than the species allowing usage for both the perennial border and naturalizing. Thrives in wet soil yet tolerant of average soil moisture.
Mature Height:
4-6 ft
Mature Spread:
3-5 ft
Zone:
5-9
Bloom Color:
Pink
Eutrochium (formerly Eupatorium) maculatum 'Gateway' Characteristics & Attributes:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Cut Flower/Foliage
Long Blooming
Summer Bloomer
Native to Northeastern US
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Wet Soil/Wetlands
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Attributes
| • | Screening |
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Late Summer Bloomer |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Groupings |
| • | Moist Areas |
| • | Specimen |
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Habit
| • | Compact |
| • | Upright |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
| • | Summer |
| • | Late Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist |