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Vernonia glauca

Upland ironweed

A native Pennsylvania plant that is happy in ordinary to dry spots. A bit shorter than V. noveboracensis, and much more adaptable to average garden conditions. Deep purple loose upright flower clusters in August and September are attractive to people and butterflies. Help us make it less rare!

Height

3-5 Feet

Spread

2-4 Feet

Bloom Color

Purple

USDA Hardiness Zone 6-8

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Can tolerate a wide range of soils and conditions as long as moisture is provided. Propagate by seed or root cuttings in spring. Best used in drier prairies and meadows and naturalized areas.

Characteristics & Attributes

Growth Rate
• Fast
Nature Attraction
• Butterflies
Exposure
• Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Late Summer
• Summer
Attributes
• Mass Planting
• Drought Tolerant
• Wildflower Garden
• Open Pollinated
• Moist Sun
• Meadow
• Dry Sun
• Border
• Roadside Planting
• Native to US
Soil Moisture Needs
• Moist
• Dry
• Average