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
Ground covers and ferns are sold as young, well rooted plugs. Shrubs are sold in 1 gallon containers.
Because this is a fall collection, some plants may have limited foliage or may be beginning to enter dormancy at pickup. This is a normal seasonal change. Their roots are healthy and ready to establish after planting.
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
