Eutrochium maculatum 'Gateway' | Gateway Joe Pye Weed
DESCRIPTION
Eutrochium maculatum 'Gateway’ produces large, fluffy clusters of mauve-pink flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. These flower heads, rich with nectar, are highly attractive to pollinators, drawing in bees and butterflies to their abundant blooms. The deep pink tones add a soft vibrancy to the late-season garden, making 'Gateway' a valuable choice for bringing color to borders and naturalized plantings when many other plants begin to fade.
Originating from North America, this cultivar thrives in moist areas and is often found near water sources in the wild. The stems are sturdy and display a distinctive purple-speckled pattern, adding visual interest even when not in bloom. 'Gateway' fits beautifully into prairie-style gardens, rain gardens, and wildflower meadows, where its tall, airy presence complements grasses and other perennials for a relaxed, natural look.
DESCRIPTION
Eutrochium maculatum 'Gateway’ produces large, fluffy clusters of mauve-pink flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. These flower heads, rich with nectar, are highly attractive to pollinators, drawing in bees and butterflies to their abundant blooms. The deep pink tones add a soft vibrancy to the late-season garden, making 'Gateway' a valuable choice for bringing color to borders and naturalized plantings when many other plants begin to fade.
Originating from North America, this cultivar thrives in moist areas and is often found near water sources in the wild. The stems are sturdy and display a distinctive purple-speckled pattern, adding visual interest even when not in bloom. 'Gateway' fits beautifully into prairie-style gardens, rain gardens, and wildflower meadows, where its tall, airy presence complements grasses and other perennials for a relaxed, natural look.
DESCRIPTION
Eutrochium maculatum 'Gateway’ produces large, fluffy clusters of mauve-pink flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. These flower heads, rich with nectar, are highly attractive to pollinators, drawing in bees and butterflies to their abundant blooms. The deep pink tones add a soft vibrancy to the late-season garden, making 'Gateway' a valuable choice for bringing color to borders and naturalized plantings when many other plants begin to fade.
Originating from North America, this cultivar thrives in moist areas and is often found near water sources in the wild. The stems are sturdy and display a distinctive purple-speckled pattern, adding visual interest even when not in bloom. 'Gateway' fits beautifully into prairie-style gardens, rain gardens, and wildflower meadows, where its tall, airy presence complements grasses and other perennials for a relaxed, natural look.
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Family: Asteraceae
Height: 5-7 feet tall
Width: 2-4 feet wide
Foliage color: Dark green with a hint of purple on stems
Flower color: Soft pink to mauve
Bloom time: Midsummer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate to high
Maintenance: Low; cut back in late winter or early spring
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators; provides seeds for birdsThis plant can be seen at the Center for Urban Horticulture and in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
