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Dark green leaves appear in whorls on sturdy stems. Foliage ages to a dark, chocolate-brown with sprays of wine-red flowers from mid-summer to early fall.
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
| • | Summer |
| • | Well-Drained |
| • | July - September |
'Phantom' is a dwarf variety of Joe Pye Weed that grows to only 2-4' tall. From Herbert Oudshoorn, who crossed Eupatoreum m. 'Atropureum' and E. rugosum.
Adapts to most soil types. Keep well-watered during hot weather. Breaks dormancy late so be patient for spring growth.