Eupatorium dubium ‘Little Joe’
Dwarf Joe-Pye Weed |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.207.570
The perfect size for smaller gardens, this is the first truly compact selection of Joe-Pye Weed. It forms a bushy and substantial upright mound of coarse dark-green leaves, bearing enormous umbrella-like heads of rosy-purple flowers in late summer. A magnet to butterflies, suitable for planting in moist areas. The stature of this selection is ideal as a focal point in a large container or tub. Dried seedheads offer good winter interest, so consider leaving them until early spring. USPP#16122: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for Eupatorium dubium ‘Little Joe’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist or Wet
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Deep Pink Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Massed Specimen Waterside Wild Flower
Flower Head Size Very Large
Height 90-120 cm 35-47 inches
Spread 75-100 cm 29-39 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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