Description
New York Ironweed is an excellent choice for Massachusetts gardeners looking to add a splash of vibrant color to their landscape. This herbaceous perennial features masses of stunning violet-purple flowers that bloom from late summer to mid-fall. These long-lasting flowers, swaying in the breeze, make a striking addition when planted in groupings or as a border accent. The plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, and its fine-textured foliage remains green throughout the growing season, adding a touch of elegance to any garden.
Ideal for Massachusetts gardens, New York Ironweed grows up to 4 feet tall with flowers extending to 6 feet, creating a bold visual impact. This low-maintenance plant is highly drought-tolerant and can even tolerate some standing water, making it suitable for a variety of garden conditions. It attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies while being resistant to deer. New York Ironweed is perfect for mass plantings, naturalizing in woodland gardens, and adding to containers or accent areas.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Vernonia noveboracensis
Color: purple
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: average – wet conditions
Soil: no particular soil
Zone: 4 – 7
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (4'), width (4')
Blooming Season: late summer – mid fall
Growth Rate: fast
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