Vernonia 'Iron Butterfly' (Ironweed)

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• Shrub-sized perennial
• Fine, ferny foliage similar to Amsonia hubrictii.
• Vigorous grower
• 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
• 36" H x 36" W