Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost'

Also Known As

Pink Frost Joe-Pye Weed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost' plant details

Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Eupatorium 'Pink Frost' has beautiful serrated foliage with creamy edges on stems to four feet and topped with clusters of lavender-pink flowers in fall. The variegated foliage makes this late season bloomer a three season star for the garden through spring, summer and fall. Attracts butterflies.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Pretty pink tinted variegated foliage, smoky pink flowers in late summer, a showy form of a native Joe Pye Weed. 'Pink Frost' grows 30" tall and will from a 3' clump in a few years. It loves a moist soil in sun or part shade. Pair with Sanguisorba tenuifolia for a pleasing August September duet.