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Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant'

Also Known As

  • Eupatorium purpureum 'Red Giant'
  • Red Giant Joe Pye Weed

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

  • H: 7'
  • W: 7'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant' plant details

Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant'

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 7 FT wide, 7 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One foot wide airy domes of pale pink in late summer are beloved by the humble bumble bee. Back of the border plant 7' x 7' Works well as bog plant.

Gardening facts about Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant' plant

How to Grow Eutrochium purpureum 'Red Giant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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