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Joe Pye Weed 'Euphoria™ Ruby' - S1
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Joe Pye Weed 'Euphoria™ Ruby'

Eupatorium purpureum
A superb native flower for pollinators, perfect for smaller gardens and large pots, 'Ruby' flowers earlier than most Joe-Pye-weeds and is compact and branching, with thick leathery foliage, purple stems, and domes of rosy purple flowers. Patented.
SKU #P8557
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Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Mature Size
2-2.5' h x 1.5' w
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Regular, moist, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Mauve purple flower heads
Features
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Attracts Beneficial Insects
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
This native summer bloomer can be set in the ground in springtime when all danger of frost has passed, or in early autumn in USDA zones 7-9.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Summer gardens and large containers will come alive with the butterfly and bee atracting flowers of this new compact cultivar. Shorter and earlier to bloom it brings pollinators to smaller gardens all summer, for it tops out just under three feet. Cut back in early spring.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
High Water Use
Watering Details:
Needs constant moisture—do not allow soil to dry out.
Soil pH:
Prefers more acidic soils but will tolerate neutral settings. Adaptable to acidic to alkaline soils
Fertilizer:
Apply a thin layer of compost when transplanting and mix into the soil; repeat annually in early spring.
Diseases & Pests:
No serious pest or disease problems. Leaves may scorch if soil is allowed to dry out.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Cut at bud stage or when 3/4 of florets are open.