1-gallon pot of Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost' variegated Joe Pye weed. Grown in USDA zones 4-9, this stunning plant is perfect for borders or containers.
Eupatorium Fortunei Pink Frost Variegated Joe Pye Weed
Eupatorium fortunei 'Pink Frost', also known as variegated Joe Pye weed, is a beautiful and easy-to-grow perennial plant that is prized for its unique variegated foliage and its profusion of pink flowers in late summer and early fall. It is a native of Japan and is hardy in zones 4-9.
Eupatorium Fortunei Pink Frost Variegated Joe Pye Weed
Variegated Joe Pye weed grows to be 3-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide. It has an upright, clumping habit and produces a profusion of deeply serrated, lance-shaped leaves that are variegated with creamy yellow margins. The leaves turn a golden yellow color in the fall.
In late summer and early fall, variegated Joe Pye weed produces a profusion of small, pink flowers in dense clusters at the tips of the stems. The flowers are very attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.
Variegated Joe Pye weed is a very low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is also drought tolerant once established.
To grow variegated Joe Pye weed, simply plant it in spring or fall in a sunny to partly shady spot with moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during the first growing season to establish the plant. Once established, water deeply when the soil is dry to the touch. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
Variegated Joe Pye weed is a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden. It can be used in borders, rock gardens, or containers. It is also a good choice for mass plantings, as it creates a stunning display of color in the late summer and early fall.
Here are some additional tips for caring for variegated Joe Pye weed:
- Mulch around the plant in the spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Divide the plant every 2-3 years to keep it healthy and vigorous.
- Protect the plant from winter damage by mulching around the base in the fall.
With proper care, your variegated Joe Pye weed will thrive for many years to come and attract butterflies and other pollinators to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
