Joe Pye weed
Eutrochium dubium 'Little Joe'
Overview
Joe Pye weed (Eutrochium dubium 'Little Joe') is a wonderful plant that is sure to draw attention. With its small, dome-shaped flower clusters and bright-pinkish-purple flowers bloom in late summer and fall, it surely makes a statement in any garden. Not only is it great at attracting butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, but it's also incredibly deer resistant. It's a great choice for wet, boggy soils, and is adaptable to most soil types. Little Joe also has excellent drought resistance, making it an excellent choice for any garden. Its lovely display creates a dainty backdrop for other plants, making it an ideal foundation for any landscape.
Care Guide
Watering
Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium dubium 'Little Joe') should be watered regularly and deeply, especially during its first season of growth. During dry periods in the spring and summer, it should be watered 1-2 times a week, providing 1-2 inches of water per session. In the fall and winter, watering should be reduced to once every 2-3 weeks with a smaller amount of water, approximately 1 inch per session. As with all plants, water the root zone only and keep foliage dry to avoid fungal diseases.
Light
Joe Pye weed should be grown in full sun. For optimal growth, this species should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. In cooler regions, this species can tolerate light morning sun and afternoon shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3–9.
Pruning
Joe Pye weed (Eutrochium dubium ‘Little Joe’) should be pruned back to the ground in early spring, right before growth begins. This will encourage bushier plants with more blooms. Cut the stems just above the emerging leaves, taking care not to damage the buds. Remove any dead or dying stems and shorten the remaining ones to just above leaf nodes. If you want a shorter plant, it is ok to shorten stems even further. If you are growing the plant for its foliage, you can also do light pruning in the summer.
Propagation
Division, Root Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Butterflies.
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