.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Euphoria Ruby' Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium purpureum 'Euphoria Ruby' Description A vibrant perennial with deep purple-pink flower clusters, Euphoria Ruby offers a stunning display in summer. Its tall, upright stems create a bold presence in any garden setting, attracting pollinators and adding color and texture. Suggested Uses Ideal for border planting, wildflower gardens, butterfly gardens, and naturalized areas. Its striking flowers make it a centerpiece in perennial beds and containers. Plant Details Botanical Name: Euphoria Ruby' Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium purpureum 'Euphoria Ruby' Common Name: Euphoria Ruby' Joe Pye Weed Size & Growth: Typically 4-6 feet tall with a spread of 2-3 feet, fast-growing. Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Mid to late summer, July to September Growth Rate: Fast Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with proper staking Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other perennials, ornamental grasses, native plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost or in early fall. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Soil Moisture: Maintain evenly moist soil, especially during flowering. Soil Type: Prefers rich, loamy soil but tolerates a range of soil types. Humidity: Tolerates average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Cut back in late fall or early spring to promote healthy growth. Winter Care: Mulch around the base in colder zones to protect roots. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in the nursery container. Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer. Special Care: Ensure adequate staking for tall varieties; watch for powdery mildew in humid conditions.