Healthy Common Boneset
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Common Boneset

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  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 36 - 48 Inches
  • Mature Spread 18 - 24 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4 - 8

Eupatorium perfoliatum is a North American native plant, perfect for damp, woodsy garden areas. The frothy masses of white flowers attract beneficial pollinators and butterflies like mad. This herbaceous perennial is native to streambanks and meadows of the Midwest. Rain gardens, pond areas, cottage, and woodland gardens are great homes for Common Boneset to display its blooms and deep-green foliage. Although it is known to be a traditional medicine plant, all parts of the Common Boneset are toxic.

Common Boneset looks great massed in large groups or left to spread in open areas of the garden. The blooms last late into the summer after many other perennials have finished, while the deep-green foliage stays fresh and inviting from spring to fall. The late flowers make a perfect food source for honeybees preparing their hives for the winter. Boneset looks great massed in large groups or left to spread in open areas of the garden. Maintenance for this native is almost zero, with little to no fertilizing required.

Common Boneset Care

Plant Boneset in a position that has naturally moist, well-draining soil. Next to a stream bed or near a boggy area is perfect. The soil pH needs to be as close to neutral as possible, but the soil texture can include clay to sandy types. Boneset tolerates part shade but not dry shade like under pine or deciduous trees. Supplement the rainfall with at least 1 inch of water a week, using drip irrigation or soaker hoses. Watering will need to be supplemented during periods of hot and dry weather during the summer. Common Boneset will benefit from annual mulching around the root zone with organic compost or shredded leaves. 

No pruning or special maintenance is required. Cleaning up spent top growth in late winter or early spring is the only upkeep needed. During winter, non-migrating birds and other wildlife enjoy the seed heads and stems. Boneset is easily multiplied by root division every 2-3 years. This dividing helps to remove older parts of the plant and encourages healthy, vigorous, new growth.

Common Boneset Spacing

The mature spread of Boneset is a compact 2 feet with a height of 4 feet. Plant at a spacing of 3 feet on center between plants.

Common Boneset Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Plant Type: Perennial
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 36 - 48 Inches
Mature Spread: 18 - 24 Inches
Spacing: 18 - 24 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): White
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Watering: High
Resists: Deer, Disease, Pests & Insects
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Common Boneset
Other Name(s): Common Boneset
Scientific Name: Eupatorium perfoliatum

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2-3 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 3-4 year old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.