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- Q.Joe Pye Weed - I planted several of these plants in sun (0800-1500) to shade (after 1500. I have been watering twice a ...
- Q.Deadhead Joe-Pye - I planted my plant this Spring and it added so much to my butterfly garden, but now the flowers are ...
- Q.This Year My Planting Areas All Around My House Are Covered With Joe Pye Weed. I Do Not Know Why. How Can This Happen? - I have never seen the plant before, did not plant it, but it is thick all around my house. ...
- Q.When Is The Best Time To Transplant Joe Pye Weed. I Planted In The Front And Want To Move To The Back. Thanks! Joan Kemnitzer Jek6 - 26@aim.com
- Q.How Often Does Joe-Pye Weed Bloom? - Planted last year & only bloomed briefly in spring.
- Q.Should Joe-Pye Weed Be Cut Down? - We like the blooms & wish they lasted longer. We purchased 2 more & they are the same. Should we ...
- Q.Pruning A Joe Pye Weed - I have several Joe Pyes in my backyard. They love where they are planted. Last Summer they grew out of ...
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July 8, 2018Q.Joe Pye Weed
I planted several of these plants in sun (0800-1500) to shade (after 1500. I have been watering twice a day (gets really hot and dry in SLC UT), however the plants are mostly wilted, a few have a couple of healthy looking leaves. I am wondering if there is anything I can do to save them?
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MichiganDot on
July 8, 2018A.Joe Pye Weed is rated for full sun to part shade but while it is getting established, try to give it some afternoon shade. Right now, the roots can't provide moisture fast enough to sustain the leaves. Shade cloth or ordinary cloth taped to two sticks will do it or garden statuary/birdbath might accomplish the task. This is temporary and will do more to help the plant than watering twice daily. There are a few species native to hot, dry areas but most commercial joe pye weed is native to the eastern half of US where summers are humid. Water deeply instead of frequently to entice the roots to go downward. Check the soil with a trowel to make sure the soil is damp at least 6 inches deep. Mulch should be 3 inches deep to help hold in moisture and keep the soil - and roots - from excessive heat.
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Anonymous on
August 17, 2018Q.Deadhead Joe-Pye
I planted my plant this Spring and it added so much to my butterfly garden, but now the flowers are drying up and turning brown. Do I deadhead it for more flowers or is it done for the season? Thanks
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MichiganDot on
August 17, 2018A.This is a personal decision as it will not affect bloom very much. There are a few side shoots that bloom but they are small. Birds love the seeds and use the seed fluff in their nests. However, allowing it to go to seed means it will self-sow. I have not found that it aggressively self-sows: that is, it isn't a nuisance and unwanted seedlings are easily pulled. Titmice, juncos, chickadees and wrens are among the seed lovers of this plant.
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June 26, 2019Q.This year my planting areas all around my house are covered with Joe Pye weed. I do not know why. How can this happen?
I have never seen the plant before, did not plant it, but it is thick all around my house. The plants are almost 5 -6 feet tall. Some are beginning to spread out at the top and look like they are about to flower. I live in Poquoson, VA.
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 26, 2019A.They can self seed and it sounds like this happened at your place.
Remove the seed heads to reduce this from happening again.
You can dig up the plants and remove.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/joe-pye-weed/growing-joe-pye-weed.htm
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Joan Kemnitzer jek626 on
November 11, 2019
Wantagh, NY 11793 
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GKH_Susan on
November 12, 2019
Certified ExpertA.I would move it in the spring, before new growth begins. Here is more on their care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/joe-pye-weed/growing-joe-pye-weed.htm
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MichiganDot on
November 11, 2019A.Since joe pye weed is probably dormant at this point in autumn, I think waiting until early spring is best. Cut it back, mark the spot and when growth starts in spring, it is time to transplant.
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Anonymous on
September 28, 2020Q.How often does Joe-Pye Weed bloom?
Planted last year & only bloomed briefly in spring.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 29, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Like most perennials, Joe pye weed only blooms for a few weeks each summer. You might try deadheading the blooms after flowering, sometimes that will encourage a repeat bloom in perennials. I grew it for years and found too it was a short timer in the bloom department.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/joe-pye-weed/growing-joe-pye-weed.htm
https://ucanr.edu/sites/Tuolumne_County_Master_Gardeners/files/220858.pdf
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/fgen/deadheading-flowers.htm
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September 28, 2020Q.Should Joe-Pye Weed be cut down?
We like the blooms & wish they lasted longer. We purchased 2 more & they are the same. Should we cut them back in the late fall/early winter? Also there is a powdery look on the leaves as well. Is that a fungus?
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GKH_Susan on
September 29, 2020
Certified ExpertA.It sounds like you have some powdery mildew. Here's an article that will help you understand how to deal with it: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/powdery-mildew-homemade-and-organic-remedies.htm
You can trim the plant back once it has died off in the late fall, or wait until spring. Here's an article on the care of this plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/joe-pye-weed/growing-joe-pye-weed.htm
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Grammie2011 on
May 17, 2022
Alabaster,Alabama 30087Q.Pruning A Joe Pye Weed
I have several Joe Pyes in my backyard. They love where they are planted. Last Summer they grew out of control. This year they are growing in a nice round shape. Last year they were only long stems. What can I do to keep them in this shape. I also have a clematis that is growing on a trellis. The other day I noticed the main stem is turning brown. It still has beautiful blooms. Should I be concerned? Thank you Lisa Jones
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 18, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Proper care will be necessary to keep it in shape. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/joe-pye-weed/growing-joe-pye-weed.htm
As for your Clematis- Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see the damage. It could be browning as it turns into a sort of "bark", or it could be browning due to disease. Usually, disease is accompanied by other symptoms, too, though.
In the meantime, this article will help you with its care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
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