Prairie Ironweed, Vernonia fasciculata
Prairie Ironweed is a stunning sight to see! With a striking purple and regal stature, it stands out beautifully among the golden sunflowers with which it often blooms. It can stand up to six feet tall, making it a very good backdrop plant. It has a special relationship to native bees and is a host plant for the American painted lady butterfly.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Size: 6 feet
Sun: Full, Partial
Soil: Medium-Wet, Medium
Bloom Time: July, August, September
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