Hairy Thoroughwort
Eupatorium pubescens
Hairy thoroughwort is a robust late-summer bloomer carrying flat-topped clusters of fuzzy white flowers on hairy stems from August through October. The foliage is noticeably rough and hairy to the touch, giving the plant a coarser texture than its relative boneset but the same concentrated pollinator appeal. Butterflies and native bees use the open flower clusters as landing platforms, making it one of the more visible pollinator plants in the fall garden. It tolerates a wide range of conditions from dry woodlands to moist meadow margins. The dried seed heads hold well through winter and provide seed for small birds. An unassuming plant that does consistent ecological work without demanding attention or care.
We grow a range of sizes and prices. Add the plant to your list, then pick your size when you visit.
Final price confirmed at pickup, depends on size and season.
- Thu, Jul 238 AM – 4 PM
- Fri, Jul 248 AM – 4 PM
- Sat, Jul 258 AM – 2 PM
A nursery-grown plant, ready for the ground.
Healthy, container-grown hairy thoroughwort propagated on-site at Hill House from regional genetics. Includes a one-page care card. We make every effort to supply plants as listed; occasionally we substitute a similar species of equal value.
- Sun
- Full sun
- Water
- Average
- Mature size
- 2'–4'
- Bloom
- Fuzzy white flower clusters August through October; seed heads persist through winter
- USDA zones
- 5-9
Pairs well with these.
Same light, same soil, same wildlife. Janet's picks to plant alongside hairy thoroughwort.
Or skip the guesswork.
Curated packages bundle 9–12 species that work together. One reservation, one pickup day, a printed layout map.
Butterfly Package
Host and nectar plants chosen to feed monarchs, swallowtails, and fritillaries spring through fall.
Hummingbird Package
Tubular-flowered natives that pull ruby-throats through your yard April through October.
S.O.S. Package
Save Our Songbirds, berry- and seed-bearing natives that feed nesting and migrating birds.