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Spotted Joe-Pye Weed
Seeds
Eutrochium maculatum syn. Eupatorium maculatum
Spotted Joe-Pye Weeds are easy to grow, first year flowering perennials, which produce spectacular blooms in summer and early fall. Flowers attract swarms of butterflies and are long-lasting cut.
Enormous heads of fragrant dusky pink flowers appear in summer and early fall. Because blooms are loaded with nectar, Spotted Joe-Pye Weed is one of the very best perennials for attracting butterflies. Fresh cut or dried, flowers are excellent in arrangements.
This North East U.S. native grows 4-6 ft. tall, and 3-4 ft. wide. Leaves are arranged in whorls along purplish stems. They release a vanilla fragrance when crushed. Spotted Joe-Pye Weed is a magnificent plant, likely to be the highlight of your garden for years to come. Winter hardy to zone 3.
Growing Spotted Joe-Pye Weed Seeds
Plant Spotted Joe-Pye Weed Seeds: Sow in 2 in. pots or cell packs, press into soil and barely cover. Needs light to germinate. Put container inside a zip-lock bag and place in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. Remove and keep at 70-75°F. until germination occurs, which is usually within 10-21 days. See starting your seeds for more information about growing seedlings under lights.
Grow Spotted Joe-Pye Weed: Full or part sun, light shade in hottest climates. Rich soil, ample water. Flowers are nectar rich; among the best blooms for attracting butterflies. Hummingbirds also love them. Flowers are excellent cut for fresh or dried arrangements. Plants are rabbit and deer resistant.
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We guarantee all the seeds we sell for one full year from the date of purchase. If you are unsatisfied with any seeds purchased from Swallowtail Garden Seeds, we will issue a refund. For customers in the U.S., we can send one-time replacements or issue a refund.
