Description
Iron Butterfly Narrow-leaf Ironweed (Vernonia lettermannii ‘Iron Butterfly’) is a beautiful, compact perennial that brings rich purple blooms to your garden from late summer to fall. Known for its striking flowers and narrow, arching leaves, this easy-to-grow plant is perfect for garden beds, borders, or wildflower meadows. Iron Butterfly grows 3-4 feet tall and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it a fantastic addition to pollinator-friendly gardens. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. With its unique appearance and long-lasting blooms, Iron Butterfly Ironweed adds both color and texture to your landscape year after year.
Additional information
| Height | 30-36" |
|---|---|
| Width | 30-36" |
| Zone | 4-8 |
| Exposure | Part Shade, Sun |
| Soil | Average, Dry, Moist |
| Habit | Clumping, Mounded |
| Attributes | Drought Tolerant, Native, Naturalizing, Rock Garden, Roof Garden |
| Wildlife | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Songbirds |
| Features | Summer flowering, Deer resistant, Fall flowering |
| Programs | American Beauties® Natives |
| Vendor | Willoway Nurseries |
| Sold As | EA |
| Size Description | QT |
| Fulfillment | Ship to Home only |