Native Plant Spotlight: Joe Pye Weed on Cape Cod 🌿
Looking for a pollinator powerhouse that thrives here on Cape Cod? Meet Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium purpureum)—a tall, show-stopping perennial perfect for coastal gardens and landscapes across the Cape.
✨ Why It Works on Cape Cod
Pollinator Magnet – Its pink-purple blooms attract butterflies and bees from mid-summer through fall, making it a great fit for yards in Barnstable, Falmouth, Sandwich, Yarmouth, Dennis, Mashpee, and Bourne.
Moisture Loving – Thrives in wetter soils and works beautifully in rain gardens or along streams—common features across Cape Cod’s natural landscapes.
Low Maintenance – As a native New England plant, Joe Pye Weed adapts easily to sandy soils and coastal conditions.
Seasonal Interest – Grows up to 6–7 ft tall, adding height and texture to Cape Cod gardens while feeding pollinators and even birds in the winter.
🌱 Where to Plant It on the Cape
Perfect for rain gardens in Mashpee, pollinator gardens in Sandwich, naturalized meadows in Dennis, and waterfront properties in Falmouth or Barnstable.
At XeroScape, LLC, we design with native plants like Joe Pye Weed to create resilient, low-maintenance landscapes that support biodiversity and water quality across Cape Cod and its towns.
