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: | Bees, Birds |
Bloom Time: | Late July to October |
Global and State Rank: | G5, SNR |
Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
Soil Type: | Clay |
Soil Moisture: | Moist |
Soil pH: | Slightly Acidic, Neutral, Slightly Alkaline |
Light Needs: | |
Opitmal Light: | Sun to shade |
Light Range: | Partial Shade, Shade, Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
Soil Moisture: | Moist |