Butterflies absolutely love the Joe-pye weed! The huge clusters of bright pink flowers are buzzing with pollinators from August into September. This tall, native Ontario perennial thrives in full sun with moist to average soil conditions. The seed heads persist into winter and provide aesthetic interest.

Height : 4-6 feet (120-180cm) Spread : 2-4 feet (60-120 cm)

Bloom Period : July to September

Light : Full to Partial Sun

Water : Medium to Wet

Soil : Sand, loam, clay

Zone : 4-8

Native Habitat : Moist meadows, thickets and streambanks

Landscape Uses : Butterfly gardens, pollinator gardens, meadows and naturalized areas

Long-horned Bee Pollinating Joe Pye Weed Video