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Vernonia 'Iron Butterfly' (Ironweed)

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  • Shrub-sized perennial
  • Fine, ferny foliage similar to Amsonia hubrictii.
  • Vigorous grower
  • ​Pinkish purple blooms
  • Tolerant of rough, sandy, and dry soils
  • Needs well-drained soil
  • Drought and heat tolerant
  • ​Best in groups and massed
  • Feathery 1/2” purple flowers that are butterfly magnets
  • Pollinator plant
  • Bloom time: summer to fall
  • 3' H x 3' W
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Wauconda, IL 60084
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