GardenGenius™ Sweet Joe Pye Weed Deluxe Grow Kit – Indiana Native Perennial for Pollinators

Grow majestic Sweet Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium purpureum) with the GardenGenius™ Deluxe Grow Kit. This Ecoregion 8 native perennial produces tall, fragrant flower clusters that attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial pollinators from midsummer into fall, making it a standout feature in pollinator gardens.

Kit Includes:

• 1 Indoor Mini Tabletop Greenhouse – perfect for starting seeds indoors
• 12 Organic Grow Media Pucks – nutrient-rich for healthy seedling development
• More than 36 Native Sweet Joe Pye Weed Seeds – premium, pollinator-friendly seed stock
• 1 Precision Laboratory Tweezer – for accurate seed handling
• Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions – ideal for beginner to advanced gardeners

Plant Details:

• Botanical Name: Eutrochium purpureum
• Native Region: Ecoregion 8 (Indiana & Midwest USA)
• Mature Height: 4–6 ft
• Spread: 2–4 ft
• Bloom Time: July–September
• Light Requirements: Part Shade, Shade
• Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet, Medium, Medium-Dry
• Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Clay
• Attracts: Butterflies, Caterpillars, Native Bees, Beetles, Birds, Hummingbirds
• Toxicity: No known toxicity issues for pets.

Planting Instructions:

• Cold stratify: place seeds in the freezer for 4 weeks to mimic natural conditions.
• Press seeds gently onto the soil surface—do not cover.
• Seeds require light to germinate; keep the medium evenly moist.

For more information, see Purdue University Publication POL-6-W: Recommended Indiana-Native Plants for Attracting Pollinators .