100 Hollow Joe Pye Weed Seeds - Eutrochium fistulosum Native Perennial Wildflower

Hollow Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium fistulosum) is a tall, striking native perennial wildflower that brings late-season color and pollinator activity to the garden. Its sturdy, hollow stems rise to impressive heights, topped with large, dome-shaped clusters of dusty pink to mauve flowers in mid to late summer. The blooms are a magnet for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens and wildlife habitats.

This robust plant is well-suited to moist areas, rain gardens, and meadow plantings, where its architectural form and generous size create a bold backdrop. Its tolerance for wet soils and its ability to naturalize make it a valuable addition to native plant landscapes.

Plant Features

• Tall, upright growth habit with hollow stems
• Large, dome-shaped flower clusters in pink to mauve
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
• Tolerates moist to wet soils
• Native perennial wildflower

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Eutrochium fistulosum
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist to wet, well-drained to poorly drained
• Water Requirements: Medium to high; prefers consistent moisture
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Mid to late summer
• Mature Height: 4-7 feet
• Spacing: 24-36 inches

Planting & Care

Sow seeds indoors in late winter or early spring, lightly pressing them into the soil surface as they need light to germinate. Keep the growing medium consistently moist and maintain a temperature around 65-75°F (18-24°C). Germination can be slow and uneven; cold stratification for 30 days may improve results. Once seedlings have developed several true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and grow them on until they are large enough to set out after the last frost.

Choose a planting site with moist, fertile soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish. Mature plants are relatively low-maintenance; cut back stems in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

What's Included

100 Eutrochium fistulosum seeds.