Eupatorium macrophylla 'Atropurpureum' - Thoroughwort
🌿 Features
Type: Perennial
Common Name: Joe Pye Weed
Scientific Name: Eupatorium macrophylla 'Atropurpureum'
Flower Color: Deep purple-pink
Mature Height: 0.9–1.5 m
Mature Width: 0.6–0.9 m
Habit: Herbaceous, robust, and upright
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate to moist
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, slightly moist
Hardiness Zone: Zones 3 to 9
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Nectar Plant: Yes
Attracts Pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to Animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Maintain regular watering, especially during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming and generous branching.
Light pruning in spring promotes a compact silhouette and abundant flowering. Very hardy and easy to grow, it is a must-have for natural-style gardens and moist environments.

