Because flowers produce a plethora of seeds, this plant spreads easily, so getting rid of Joe-pye weed flowers often helps with control. While it is not labeled as invasive, the best way to remove Joe-pye weed is to dig up the entire Joe-pye weed plant, including the underground rhizome system.
How do you propagate Joe Pye?
The easiest way to grow more Joe Pye weed is to propagate it from stem cuttings. Cut a stem that is about 4-6 inches long and remove the leaves from the bottom 2-3 inches. Place the stem in potting soil and keep it moist. Keep the soil moist but not wet for a few weeks.
When can I transplant Joe Pye?
Joe-Pye Weed Care
Older plants can be divided and replanted in the early spring as new growth starts or fall. When the center dies out of Joe-pye weeds in the garden, then it's time for division. You need to dig up the entire clump, cutting away and discarding the dead center material.
How do you grow Eupatorium?
How to grow
- Cultivation Grow in any moist soil in full sun or partial shade.
- Propagation Propagate by seed sown in containers in spring or autumn, or by division in spring.
- Suggested planting locations and garden types Flower borders and beds City & Courtyard Gardens Coastal Cottage & Informal Garden.