Prairie Ironweed

Description

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Prairie Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata), also called Common Ironweed, is a native perennial named for its tough stem and rust-colored seeds.

• This plant’s showy flower clusters are attractive to pollinators such as butterflies and bees.
• A prolific self-seeder, this plant is visited by hungry birds seeking nourishment.
• Deer and pest resistant, this plant grows easily from seed.
• It grows 4-6 feet tall, making its bright purple flowers highly visible.

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Prairie Ironweed is native to the central and eastern United States and blooms throughout the summer (June-Sept). It flourishes in medium wet to medium soil and prefers full sun conditions. It is adapted to hardiness zones 3-9.