Eupatorium purpureum
Purple Joe-Pye
Description:
Wildflower of moist woods and meadows with whorled leaves and dome-shaped clusters of pink flowers. 4 to 6 feet. Prefers damp soils. Flowers late July to October.
Plant Overview:
| Plant Family: | Asteraceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous |
| South Jersey Native Range: | South Jersey |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds, Bees |
| Bloom Time: | Late July to October |
| Global and State Rank: | SNR, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Clay |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |
| Soil pH: | Slightly Alkaline, Neutral, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to shade |
| Light Range: | Sun, Shade, Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |
