Vernonia noveboracensis (New York Ironweed)

Vernonia noveboracensis – New York Ironweed

Bring bold height and rich late-season color to naturalistic gardens with this tall native Ironweed. Sturdy upright stems rise above broad, serrated green foliage and are topped with clusters of deep royal-purple flowers from late summer into fall.

New York Ironweed is especially well suited to meadows, rain gardens, woodland edges, and the back of perennial borders. Its substantial height adds strong vertical structure, while the flowers provide an important late-season nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Ironweed is valued for its adaptability, easy care, and ability to handle moist soils. It performs well in full sun to part shade and is generally left alone by deer.

Plant Details:
Height: 4 feet foliage, up to 6 feet in bloom
Spread: 4 feet
Light: Full sun to part shade
Zones: 5–9
Soil: Moist, average to rich soil

Features:
Deep purple late-season flowers
Attracts bees, butterflies & other pollinators
Native perennial
Deer resistant
Great for meadows, rain gardens & naturalized plantings