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Eupatorium coelestinum
Eupatorium coelestinum
Common Name: hardy ageratum, blue mistflower
Fuzzy blue flowers atop attractive red stems, in September and October, make great cut flowers. This plant can be aggressive in Southern gardens. Found in old fields, meadows, and along stream banks. Naturalizes readily.
Height: 2-3 Feet
Spread: 2 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 6-11

Eupatorium purpureum ssp. maculatum 'Gateway'
Eupatorium purpureum ssp. maculatum 'Gateway'
Common Name: Joe Pye weed

Like others in this genus, 'Gateway' is no exception in its power to attract butterflies with its huge, bright mauve-pink flower clusters atop deep wine red stems. July to September bloom makes 'Gateway' a bold and dramatic display when planted with Rudbeckia 'Autumn Sun' or tall ornamental grasses. Outrageous!

Height: 5-6 Feet
Spread: 3-5 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8