Spotted Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium maculatum) is a striking and resilient native perennial that combines beauty, hardiness, and ecological value. Known for its tall, purple-streaked stems and clusters of showy mauve flowers, this plant is a beacon for pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its fragrant blooms and impressive stature make it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, naturalized areas, and wetland borders.

Key Features:

• Showy Blooms: Large, mauve flower clusters bloom atop tall, sturdy stems, creating a commanding presence in the garden.
• Fragrant and Pollinator-Friendly: The lightly scented flowers attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, making it a vital nectar source.
• Wildlife Support: Provides food and habitat for pollinators while supporting birds and moths.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care and requires less water once established.
• Deer Resistant: Resilient to deer browsing, ensuring its long-lasting beauty.
• Eco-Friendly: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, promoting a healthy ecosystem for pollinators and wildlife.

Available in sets of three, six, or 12 plants to fit gardens of any size.

Why Choose Spotted Joe Pye Weed?

Spotted joe pye weed is an ideal choice for gardeners looking to add height, fragrance, and ecological value to their landscapes. Its adaptability to moist soils and tolerance for less-than-ideal conditions make it a standout in rain gardens, meadows, and naturalized settings. The tall stems and showy flowers provide a striking visual anchor in garden beds while supporting local biodiversity.

Planting Tips:

1. Location: Prefers full sun to part shade with moist, well-drained soil; thrives in wet areas like rain gardens or along streambanks.
2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it tolerates occasional dry spells.
3. Maintenance: Minimal care required. There's no need to deadhead the flowers, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged. 

For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center. 

Enhance your garden with the towering beauty and ecological benefits of spotted joe pye weed. Its vibrant blooms, pollinator appeal, and easy-care nature make it a valuable addition to any wildlife-friendly garden.

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Returns: Due to the nature of our products, we are unable to offer order cancellations, returns or exchanges. In order to guarantee your satisfaction, all plants are covered by our 365-Day Plant Guarantee.

*To ensure your plants arrive healthy, we may delay shipments to certain areas during times of extreme temperatures, natural disasters, or other conditions that will impact the plants during transit

Sizing: At the time of shipment, our plants have a developed root mass and emerging foliage around 4-8” high.

Recommended container sizes (in width) for container planting: