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  1. Ironweed (Vernonia) is a native perennial with vibrant purple or pink blooms. Loved by pollinators, it adds color and biodiversity to gardens and prairies. What is Ironweed? Vernonia, commonly known as ironweed, is a genus of about 350 species of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, the same family as daisies and sunflowers.

  2. Common Name (s): Ironweed is an herbaceous native perennial wildflower in the Aster family and is found in all areas of NC. It may grow 5 to 8 feet tall with deep purple flowers that appear in clusters from mid-summer to mid-fall on strong stems.

  3. Jan 20, 2024 · An adaptable flowering perennial, ironweed is easy to grow in tough soils and is beloved by pollinators. Learn how to grow Vernonia now on Gardener’s Path.

  4. Common ironweed is a tall, midsummer to early fall perennial with long, leafy stems topped by showy clusters of purple or fuschia flower heads. In full sun to partial shade conditions with adequate moisture, it can be planted in rain gardens, wildflower gardens, native gardens, meadows, prairies, and in the backgrounds of beds and borders.

  5. Apr 20, 2024 · Ironweed is a beautiful, tall native flower that helps ensure pollinators have something to eat in the late summer and fall. The strong, rigid stalks offer contrast against their delicate flowers. The tallness of ironweeds (2-10 feet!) can be intimidating—but don’t be scared!

  6. Giant ironweed is a member of the Asteraceae, the Sunflower family. In older manuals and guides, this family is called the Compositae because the 'flowers' are a composite of many flowers, often of different types. Many different groups of plants fall into this family based on grouping and type of flowers. All members of the family produce one ...

  7. Sep 25, 2023 · Ironweed gets its common name from the rusty color of the faded flowers and the seed heads. Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University. Plant ironweed in moist, organically rich soil in full sun to partial shade. Depending on the species, ironweed can reach 3 to 12 feet tall with a spread of 3 to 6 feet.

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