Growing conditions
Sun: Full sun to part sun
Soil: Average to moist
Plant details
Size: ~3–4 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
Blooms: Mid-late summer
Deer resistant: Yes
Why we love it
- A compact selection of Joe-Pye Weed that delivers the same pollinator appeal in a more garden-friendly size
- Large mauve-pink flower clusters create a strong focal point from midsummer into fall
- Dark stems and whorled leaves add structure and interest even before the flowers open
Why wildlife loves it
- An important late-season nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
- Frequently visited by swallowtails, monarchs, fritillaries, and native bees
- Provides valuable nectar when many summer flowers begin to fade
Fun to see
Large butterflies often gather on the flower clusters, sometimes sharing a single bloom head with dozens of other pollinators.
What to expect at pickup
Plants are sold as young, well-rooted plugs. Some may be just emerging or still waking up from dormancy at pickup—they’ll grow and fill in as the season unfolds.
Before you order
All orders are for pickup at the Montclair Farmers Market.
• Choose your pickup Saturday at checkout
• Orders must be picked up on that date
• Plants are living and may vary in appearance
• All sales are final once plants are picked up
• Please check your plants at pickup — we can only address issues at that time
