Dwarf form of Joe-Pye Weed with mauve flowers over compact foliage. A top plant for attracting butterflies. Grows 3 – 4′ tall. Prefers moist soil. Botanical Name- Eupatorium Little Joe Pronunciation- yoo-puh-TOR-ee-um Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Mauve purple Bloom Time- Mid summer – early fall Companion Plants- Swamp Milkweed ‘Cinderella’ – moist soil, butterfly magnets Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (monarchs, swallowtails), pollinating wasps Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP3 Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back in late fall or early spring; keep soil moist and fertilize lightly. Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late winter. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. In clay, add compost to maintain moisture but prevent standing water. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
