Scientific Name : Eupatorium dubium
Common Name : Joe-Pye Weed
Hardiness Zone : 3a - 9b
Hardiness Degree : -40°F (-40°C)
Blooming Season : Autumn, Late Summer
Plant Habit : Columnar
Characteristics : Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Heat Tolerant
Water : Medium
Fertilizer : Once a month
Spacing : 18 - 48" (46 - 122cm)
Height : 36 - 48" (91 - 122cm)
Width : 24 - 48" (61 - 122cm)
Exposure : Partial Sun, Sun
General Information : Dwarf variety with green leaves and lavender-pink flowers.
Idea & Tips : Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils in full sun.
Surprisingly drought tolerant upon establishment.
Tolerates seasonally wet to dry sites.
Grower Information :
Strong, sturdy stems won’t flop! - Dwarf variety with green foliage and lavender-pink flowers.
- Large clusters of flowers in Summer dry to attractive light brown seed heads in Fall.
- Tolerates seasonally wet to rather dry sites.
'Little Joe'
Protection Information : PP16,122
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder : Darwin Perennials
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Propagation Guide
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EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
70-72°F (21-22°C)
500 ppm IBA
High for first few days, then reduce to moderate.
50-100 ppm N
Recommended.
42-49 days after sticking
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Finishing Guide
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5.8-6.2
Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C)
5,000 to 8,000
No
Long day obligate
Allow media to dry moderately between watering. Prefers moist soils.
Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Recommended
Concise/Sumagic 30-60 ppm spray
None noted
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Crop Scheduling
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Not recommended
Rooted: 20 wks
Rooted: 20 wks
July to September
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