Description
Vernonias native to North America are somewhat weedy herbaceous perennials commonly known as ironweed. They are easily grown in average, dry to moist, well-drained soils in full sun.
Vernonia lettermanii ‘Iron Butterfly’
(Iron Butterfly Ironweed)
$12.99
Hardiness Zones:
4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9bQuick Overview:
Iron Butterfly is a showy selection of Letterman’s Ironweed, a native wildflower from Arkansas. This densely branched perennial has bright green, finely textured foliage and bright violet-purple flowers in late summer. Attracts butterflies and bees galore. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plan
Additional information
| Common Name | Iron Butterfly Ironweed |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Vernonia lettermanii 'Iron Butterfly' |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Light Requirements | Sun |
| Height | 24-36" |
| Width | 18-24" |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained to dry |
| Water Needs | Average to dry |
| Blooming Period | Late summer into fall |
| Flower Color | purple |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
