| 1–5 | — | $19.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 | 10% off | $17.10 ea |
| 12-23 | 20% off | $15.20 ea |
| 24+ | 25% off | $14.25 ea |
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Eupatorium dubium 'Baby Joe'
Choose Baby Joe if you want a compact Joe Pye Weed for pollinators in soil that does not dry out hard. The tradeoff: it is not a crisp, formal edging plant.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The pink flower plumes read well in a mixed border without overwhelming nearby perennials. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It fills in quickly once established, especially where soil moisture is steady. |
| Maintenance | B | Plan on cutting old stems back and avoiding drought stress, but it is otherwise straightforward. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | B+ | It is much easier to place than full-size Joe Pye Weed, but still needs room to stand naturally. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Baby Joe for the middle of a pollinator border where the soil is not dry. Give it breathing room instead of squeezing it into a tight front edge.
| Mature Height | 2.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 1.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8b |
| Spacing | 2 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clumping |
Yes, the flowers provide nectar, and birds may use the seeds later.
No, but it does best where soil stays average to moist.
Yes, cut old stems down after winter or in late fall if you prefer a cleaner bed.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-41005
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
