Eupatorium 'Eureka' - P11

Description
The Hemp agrimony 'Riesenschirm' (Eupatorium fistulosum) is an upright perennial that forms red flowers arranged in umbels from July to September with a pleasant fragrance. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and is approx. 1 metre wide. The Hemp agrimony 'Riesenschirm' is well tolerant of frost.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Eupatorium maculatum, Eupatorium maculatum giant umbrella.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * very beautiful in containers

Frost hardiness
The Hemp agrimony 'Riesenschirm' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the roots are encouraged to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought.

Flower
Eupatorium fistulosum 'Riesenschirm' forms red flowers arranged in umbels from July. These exude a pleasant fragrance and grow to around 10 - 15 cm tall.

Use
Tubs, cutting, group planting, medicine, rock garden, solitary, bee pasture