Joe Pye Weed ‘Gateway’ meadow The fruit are resistant to

The fruit are resistant to splitting and the flavour intensifies if left to shrivel slightly on the tree

Soils being well draining is very important for successful overwintering here in the Pacific Northwest

The berries are useful in making juice

Form Grows  8-15 in

Light pink flowers bloom against grey green foliage from early summer to mid autumn

Joe Pye Weed ‘Gateway’ meadow The fruit are resistant toCovered in highly scented, mauve flowers from mid summer to autumn, this herbaceous perennial is a bee and butterfly magnet. Deer and rabbits dont have much interest in nibbling on it, but seed heads provide forage for birds from late autumn into winter. A wonderful plant for adding volume and visual interest! Water Not drought tolerant. Soil Prefers moist but well draining soils. Tolerates an array of soil types if it has consistent moisture. Light