Eutrochium maculatum Seeds (Joe Pye Weed)
Eutrochium maculatum, commonly known as “Spotted Joe-Pye Weed” or simply “Joe-Pye Weed,” is a North American native perennial. It features tall, sturdy stems adorned with clusters of mauve to pinkish-purple, sweetly scented flowers, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. This hardy plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4-9, favoring moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Mature plants can reach impressive heights of 4-7 feet, making them ideal for the back of garden borders. Eutrochium maculatum seeds are available for propagation, enhancing gardens with their striking, late-summer blooms and wildlife-friendly attributes.
Growing Eutrochium maculatum from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Light
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Suitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry, Arid
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Pink
Germinating Joe Pye Weed Flower Seeds
To germinate Eutrochium maculatum seeds, stratify them in the refrigerator for 30-60 days. Then, sow the seeds on moist, well-draining soil, lightly covering them. Maintain soil moisture and provide full to partial sun. Germination typically occurs in 14-30 days.
We source all of our Eutrochium maculatum seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Joe Pye Weed seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Joe Pye Weed seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Eutrochium maculatum seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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