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RedCrocus Gateway Joe Pye Weed- Pollinator-Attracting Perennial for Gardens, Borders & Natural Areas 2 Gallon

RedCrocus Gateway Joe Pye Weed- Pollinator-Attracting Perennial for Gardens, Borders & Natural Areas 2 Gallon

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Gateway' Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium maculatum 'Gateway'

Description

A tall, perennial flowering plant featuring clusters of pinkish-purple blooms in late summer to fall. It's known for attracting pollinators and adding vibrant color to your garden.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for border planting, wildlife gardens, and naturalized areas. It works well in perennial beds and as a focal point in garden landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Gateway' Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium maculatum 'Gateway'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Gateway' Joe Pye Weed
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 feet tall with a spread of 3-4 feet.
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: Zones 4-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Opposite, ovate leaves with serrated edges
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Late summer to fall (August - October)
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Fast-growing
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Pollinator Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Suitable with proper care
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: Mildly fragrant during flowering
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes, excellent for bouquets
  • Companion Plants Icon Grows Well With: Coneflower, Swamp Milkweed, Black-eyed Susan

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after last frost in well-drained soil.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist soil
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Rich, organic soil
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers for prolonged bloom; cut back in late fall.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch around base for protection in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Mulch to retain soil moisture and keep roots cool
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