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Vernonia altissima /Ironweed
A tall growing wildflower in full bloom in mid autumn
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Scientific Name:
Vernonia altissima
Common Name:
Ironweed
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
7, 8, 9
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Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
2 -3 feet
Bloom time:
Fall
Flower color:
Purple
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This is a common wildflower that blooms in late autumn in open fields and along highways rights-of-way where mowing has been delayed to allow this native perennial to mature. Plants grow in a wide range of soil conditions provided soils are well drained and plant are in full sunlight.