Riesenschirm spotted joe-pye weed
Eutrochium maculatum 'Riesenschirm'
RHS AGM 2006
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size5 to 7 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Riesenschirm' spotted joe-pye weed (Eutrochium maculatum 'Riesenschirm') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet soil of most types. Its fragrant flowers attract butterflies, bees, and birds. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. It grows tall and erect at a rapid rate, so give it plenty of room.
Pairs well with Bee balm, Yakushima Dwarf eulalia, and Alpine aster.