Eupatorium fistulosum ‘Gateway’
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Derived from our native Joe-Pye, this compact, florific, easy to maintain selection is exceptional for its massive dusky rose, summer- to fall-borne flower heads carried atop rich purple, stout, upright stems. Attractive to butterflies and swallowtails, its flowers are superb and once finished blooming dry to rich brown for late season interest. The colorful stems, clothed in deep green elliptical leaves, contribute to making this a superior companion to many perennials.
Details
Hardiness Zone:
Blossom Color:
Rose to Pink
Growth Habit:
Clump Forming
Max Height:
7'
Texture:
Recommended Spacing:
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Special Characteristics
Features
Purple stems clothed in deep green elliptical leaves, topped late summer and fall with massive dusky rose flower heads.
Landscape Value
Large scale ground cover, backdrop plant, hedge or screen, specimen, or accent. Native cultivar.
Care
Watering:
'Gateway' Joe-Pye requires a fair amount of supplemental watering and often requires watering on a regular basis during the growing season.
Fertilizing:
'Gateway' Joe-Pye benefits from regular feeding and likely will grow best with: a spring (May) application of slow release fertilizer with a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) at a rate of about 10 pounds per 1000 square feet, and a summer (July) application of slow release fertilizer with a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) at a rate of about 10 pound per 1000 square feet, and and an early fall (September) application of a 2-1-2 ratio (such as a 10-5-10) at a rate of 15 pounds per 1000 square feet to encourage root development and cold hardiness.
Pruning:
'Gateway' Joe-Pye should be enjoyed all winter long, then, during early April before it begins to grow again, it should be pruned or mowed back to ground level.