Joe Pye weed
Eupatorium 'Phantom'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Wine red Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
purple,black
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Joe Pye weed (Eupatorium 'Phantom') should be watered deeply and thoroughly once every 7 days during the growing season. Make sure the soil is completely moistened and drains well after watering. During extended dry periods, the plant may need to be watered more often. Reduce the amount of water during the winter months; only water once a month if necessary. Depending on the rain levels, you may need to supplement with additional watering. It is best to allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
sunlight
Joe Pye weed (Eupatorium 'Phantom') should be grown in full sun to get the best growth and flowering. It requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimum growth and blooming. It will still do well with less light, but may not flower as heavily and the plant may become leggy and sparse. It's best to keep Joe Pye weed in areas where there's direct sunlight for most of the day to ensure good growth and vibrant blooms.
pruning
Joe Pye Weed should be pruned in the early spring, just as new growth begins to emerge. This is usually in April or May. Pruning should be done moderately, removing just a few of the oldest stems, and leaving the younger, more vigorous stems intact. This will encourage the plant to produce new, healthy foliage and also help to reduce the amount of seeds that it produces. For beds or other locations where a more compact form of Joe Pye Weed is desired, deadheading of the flowers can be done in the summer to prevent seeding and to encourage bushy growth.
