Eutrochium maculatum, commonly known as spotted Joe-Pye weed, is a robust, native perennial that brings a dramatic, late-season presence to moist, woodland gardens and naturalized settings. Forming tall, upright clumps up to 6 feet in height, this striking Joe-Pye weed features large, whorled leaves that are dark green with distinctive purple splotches. In mid-to-late summer, the plant erupts with massive, domed clusters of tiny, lavender-pink flowers that attract a multitude of pollinators, including butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds. The showy blooms rise above the foliage on sturdy, reddish-purple stems, creating an eye-catching vertical accent. Adaptable to a range of soil conditions and tolerant of partial shade, Eutrochium maculatum makes an excellent choice for the back of perennial borders, woodland gardens, and naturalized areas, where its towering presence and long-lasting flowers will provide a bold, late-season highlight.
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