About
A strong, clump-forming perennial to 1.2m with erect stems and pairs of long, narrow, pointed leaves joined at the base. Large terminal clusters of small, off-white flowers are produced from summer to early autumn.
About the genus
Eupatorium can be annuals, herbaceous perennials, subshrubs or evergreen shrubs, with small tubular flowers borne in terminal panicles or corymbs
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial, Bogs
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPrairie planting, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Native toSE USA
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any moist soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningCut back at the end of the season
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in spring or autumn, or by division in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids and slugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free