Many gardeners include Joe Pye weed (Eutrochium purpureum) in their gardens as an ornamental. Easily reaching more than 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide, Joe Pye weed can quickly dominate a garden.
Joe Pye weed (Eutrochium spp.) is a must-have plant for North American native plant and rain gardens. While this tough perennial is a relatively low-maintenance plant, it isn't entirely problem free.