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Eupatorium rugosum

White Snakeroot (Richweed)

Flat-topped, branching clusters of white florets are showy against the deep green, sharp-toothed leaves.

  • »  AKA Eupatorium ageratoides, Eupatorium urticifolium, Ageratina altissima
  • »  White flower clusters
  • »  Sharp-toothed ovate leaves of deep green
  • »  Leaves often have a fine-hairy underside
  • »  Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall
  • »  Flower Size: 8 cm

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:80-100 cm
  • Spread:60-75 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Fast
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Poisonous
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
• Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Naturalizing
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Eupatorium rugosum

Native to Ontario

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Eupatorium rugosum

Often late to emerge in the spring, they grow best in an average, medium to wet, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Very adaptable to most conditions and become drought tolerant once established. In full sun and extended dry periods leaves may scorch. Pinch back stems in June to encourage a more compact, bushy plant. If planted in deep shade, eupatorium will become leggy and require staking. The overall height and width of eupatorium can vary depending on its growing conditions. Spent flowers can be left for winter interest and food for birds.