Iron Butterfly Ironweed
Botanical Name: Vernonia l. 'Iron Butterfly'
Courtesy of the Wm. A. Natorp Company
About Iron Butterfly Ironweed
A great late season perennial with abundant magenta-purple flowers. This tough perennial tolerates poor soils, dry soil and other touch conditions. Add to mixed borders and meadow gardens to enjoy the color and the butterflies they attract.
Plant Details
Common Name:
Iron Butterfly Ironweed
Leaf Color:
Green
Bloom Time:
Aug-Sept
Sun Exposure:
Likes Sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Mature Shape:
Upright
Mature Height:
30in to 36in
Mature Width:
24in to 30in
Attributes:
Tolerates Dry Soils
Attracts Pollinators
Deer – low browse