Narrow-leaf Ironweed
Also Known As:
Slim-leaf IronweedBotanical Name:
Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'- Masses of tiny purple flower clusters
- Fine thread-leaf light to mid-green foliage
- Attractive perennial even when it is not flowering
- Drought tolerant and thrives in poor, rocky soils
- Bloom Time: Late August to mid-September
Hardiness Zone
4
Flower Colour
- Purple
Height
70 cm-90 cm
Spread
60 cm-70 cm
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Narrow-leaf Ironweed
Exposure
- Full Sun
Soil Moisture
- Average to Dry Soils
- Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate
- Medium
Foliage Colour
- Green
Attributes
- Cut Flower/Foliage
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
- Lt. Sum-Fall
Shape
- Compact
- Upright
Garden Uses
- Rock garden
Additional Details
Growing Tips & Maintenace
- Best grown in an average to dry, well-drained, sandy soil, in full sun. Tolerates short periods of moisture and is drought tolerant, once established. Low maintenance perennial throughout the season.
Size: 1g
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