Who was Joe Pye? Was he a real person? Why has this towering wildflower become one of the most beloved plants in pollinator gardens? And how did a plant once gathered for medicine become a centerpiece of modern landscape design? Let's discover the remarkable story of Joe Pye Weed.

Today we're talking about shrubs that deserve way more attention than they get. If you've been to a garden center lately, you've probably seen rows and rows of hydrangeas, boxwood, Diablo Ninebark, and maybe some spirea. They're all fine. But there are so many incredible shrubs hiding in plain sight. Today we're introducing the all-stars that deserve a spot in your landscape.

The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota.

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