Joe Pye Weed Seeds – 100 Heirloom Non-GMO Eutrochium maculatum Pink Pollinator Flower

Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium maculatum) is a native perennial wildflower prized for its tall, sturdy stems and large domed clusters of soft pink to mauve flowers. Blooming in late summer and early fall, it creates a dramatic vertical accent in borders, meadow plantings, and rain gardens. The nectar-rich blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making this heirloom, non-GMO variety a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly landscapes.

This listing offers 100 seeds of Eutrochium maculatum, a species native to moist meadows and stream banks of North America. Its tolerance for wet soils and its impressive height make it an excellent choice for naturalized areas, pollinator gardens, and the back of perennial borders.

Plant Features

• Native perennial wildflower with late-season pink blooms
• Large, domed flower clusters that attract bees and butterflies
• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds
• Tall, upright growth habit ideal for back borders and meadows
• Tolerates moist to wet soil conditions

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Eutrochium maculatum
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained to wet soil
• Water Requirements: Medium to high; consistent moisture preferred
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• Bloom Season: Late summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 4 to 7 feet
• Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Joe Pye Weed seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the growing medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 2 to 4 weeks at temperatures around 65 to 75°F. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant them outdoors after hardening off.

Choose a site with full sun to partial shade and moist, rich soil. 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. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

100 Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium maculatum) seeds.