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Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’

Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’

$11.50
$11.50

Quick Growing Facts

Zones 4-8
Light Full sun to partial sun
Height 3-5'
Spacing 2-4'
Shipped Pot Size 3.25"
Bloom Color Creamy white
  • Deer Resistant
  • Pollinator
  • Butterfly
  • Native
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 Eupatorium perfoliatum ‘Blind Date’ 

Common name: Boneset ‘Blind Date’

Dark, Dramatic Foliage Meets Clouds of Delicate White Flowers

Looking for a perennial that stands out even before it blooms? Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’ makes a striking first impression with its rich, chocolate-red foliage that brings unusual color and beautiful contrast to the garden.

As summer arrives, this remarkable native-derived perennial produces generous clusters of soft, creamy-white flowers that rise above its dark leaves. The combination creates an elegant, almost dramatic display that's especially beautiful when planted alongside bright green foliage and colorful summer perennials.

But ‘Blind Date’ offers more than good looks! Its nectar-rich flowers are a favorite gathering place for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it an outstanding choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Unlike many sun-loving perennials that prefer dry conditions, this beautiful Boneset appreciates consistent moisture and performs wonderfully in rain gardens, meadow-style landscapes, and sunny garden borders.

With its upright growth, distinctive foliage, and exceptional pollinator appeal, Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’ brings something truly different to the perennial garden. It's a beautiful example of how native plant heritage and modern horticulture can come together to create something extraordinary.


Plant Details

 Eupatorium perfoliatum ‘Blind Date’ 

Common name: Boneset ‘Blind Date’

Dark, Dramatic Foliage Meets Clouds of Delicate White Flowers

Looking for a perennial that stands out even before it blooms? Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’ makes a striking first impression with its rich, chocolate-red foliage that brings unusual color and beautiful contrast to the garden.

As summer arrives, this remarkable native-derived perennial produces generous clusters of soft, creamy-white flowers that rise above its dark leaves. The combination creates an elegant, almost dramatic display that's especially beautiful when planted alongside bright green foliage and colorful summer perennials.

But ‘Blind Date’ offers more than good looks! Its nectar-rich flowers are a favorite gathering place for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, making it an outstanding choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Unlike many sun-loving perennials that prefer dry conditions, this beautiful Boneset appreciates consistent moisture and performs wonderfully in rain gardens, meadow-style landscapes, and sunny garden borders.

With its upright growth, distinctive foliage, and exceptional pollinator appeal, Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’ brings something truly different to the perennial garden. It's a beautiful example of how native plant heritage and modern horticulture can come together to create something extraordinary.


Growing Guide

Eupatorium ‘Blind Date’ thrives in sunny locations with average to moist soil. This sturdy perennial is particularly well suited to gardens where the soil remains consistently moist throughout the growing season.

Light: Full sun is preferred for the richest chocolate-red foliage. Partial sun is tolerated, although the leaves may develop greener tones.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Maintain consistent moisture, particularly during hot, dry weather.

Soil: Prefers fertile, moist, well-draining soil but adapts to average garden soils and tolerates periodically wet conditions.

Fertilizing: Generally requires little additional fertilizer in reasonably fertile soil. Apply compost in spring if needed.

Pruning: Cut back old stems in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove spent flower clusters if desired to limit self-seeding.

Winter Care: A cold-hardy perennial that naturally dies back during winter and returns from its established crown in spring.

Growing Tip: For the most dramatic foliage color, grow ‘Blind Date’ in full sun and provide sufficient moisture. The combination encourages strong growth and beautifully colored leaves.

Uses & Inspiration

Create a Dramatic Perennial Border: Use ‘Blind Date’ toward the back of a sunny border, where its dark foliage and airy white flowers provide height and beautiful contrast.

Design a Pollinator Paradise: Plant alongside Monarda, Echinacea, and Goldenrod to provide valuable nectar sources throughout the growing season.

Add Interest to Rain Gardens: Its preference for moist soil makes ‘Blind Date’ a wonderful addition to rain gardens and other areas that receive consistent moisture.

Create a Natural Meadow Garden: Combine with native grasses and flowering perennials for a relaxed landscape that supports beneficial insects and wildlife.

Highlight Lighter-Colored Plants: Pair its chocolate-red foliage with pale-yellow Coreopsis ‘Moonbeam’, ornamental grasses, or silver-leaved plants for a striking contrast.

Enjoy Seasonal Texture: Even before its white flowers appear, the richly colored leaves provide dramatic visual interest in mixed perennial plantings.
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