Vernonia x 'Summer's Swan Song' (Ironweed)

Vernonia × ‘Summer’s Swan Song’ – Ironweed

A late-season showstopper that captivates pollinators. ‘Summer’s Swan Song’ features bright purple, fluffy flower clusters that bloom for 5–6 weeks, extending color in the garden from late summer into early fall. Its sturdy, upright habit thrives in full sun, tolerates drought once established, and is deer resistant. Butterflies, bees, and other pollinators flock to this long-blooming perennial, making it both beautiful and beneficial.

· Bright purple, airy flower clusters in late summer/early fall
· Long-lasting blooms for 5–6 weeks
· Deer resistant and drought tolerant once established
· Pollinator magnet, attracting butterflies and bees

Height: 24–36"
Spread: 3–4'
Zone: 4–9
Light: Full sun
Soil: Moist, well-drained