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.

Eutrochium fistulosum, or hollow-stem Joe-Pye weed, is known for its robust, hollow stems and large flower heads. For smaller gardens, consider dwarf varieties like Eutrochium dubium ‘Little Joe ...