Vernonia noveboracensis ~ New York Ironweed zone-4 IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners

IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners

Spread:  1’ - 2'

The brilliant orange flowers bloom from 6’ purple-red stalks that bloom in summer which attracts bees and butterflies

Image: Jerzy Opioła

Vernonia noveboracensis ~ New York Ironweed zone-4 IMAGE: Photos by Proven WinnersNew York Ironweed is a coarse upright herbaceous perennial with serrated light green lance like leaves and thick central stem. Tiny fluffy purple flowers create terminal clusters at the top of the stem from late summer to fall, and fade to rust before giving way to rust colored seed clusters. Grows best in full sun and rich, moist, slightly acidic soils. Type: Perennial Origins: Eastern US; GA Native Height: 4' 6' Spread: 3 4' Spacing: 3' USDA