Eupatorium fistulosum

Purple Joe-Pye Weed

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Perennial herb native to North America, growing up to 2m tall with clusters of pink-purple flowers and a vanilla-like scent in late summer.
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Plant Details

Common Name Purple Joe-Pye Weed
Family Asteraceae
Genus Eutrochium
Species Fistulosum
Origin North America
Blooming Summer to early autumn, fragrant flower clusters
Leaf Color Green with purple stems
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist soil tolerating clay or wet conditions; well-drained but consistently damp.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season. Drought tolerant once established but thrives near water sources.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in hotter climates.

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Fertilization

Apply compost annually in spring; generally low nutrient requirement.

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Pruning

Cut back to ground level after flowering or in late winter to encourage new growth.

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Rust Fungi

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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