Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'

Ironweed

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A selection from Dr. Allan Armitage. Late summer brings vivid purple flower clusters that are butterfly magnets! Foliage is narrow, fine and adds a beautiful texture; tolerant of hot dry locations.


  •  · Attracts Butterflies
  •  · Tolerant of hot dry locations
  •  · Native to North America
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Item # Pack Size Avail Units Avail Plants  
4568405
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Height:

30-36 in

Spread:

30-36 in

Zone:

4-9

Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'
Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'

Exposure

• Sun Tolerant
• Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Soil Moisture Needs

• Dry

Nature Attraction

• Attracts Butterflies

Attributes

• Long Blooming
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Mass Plant

Season of Interest (Flowering)

• Late Summer
• Late Summer / Early Fall

Season of Interest (Foliage)

• Fall

Vernonia

Common Name: Ironweed

Vernonia, a North American prairie native, is a wonderful perennial to have if you want to attract butterflies. The foliage is a common food source for many types of caterpillers and the intense purple flowers in late summer are attractive to adult butterflies. Grow in full sun with good drainage where average to dry soils are found. Will not tolerate heavy or saturated soils.