Name: Vernonia lettermannii Iron Butterfly #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Vernonia lettermannii Iron Butterfly #1
Price: 14.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Iron Butterfly Ironweed

Threadleaf ironweed, purple clusters, fine-textured leaves, pollinator magnet

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Fine textured foliage with purple flowers clusters in late summer. Although native to moist meadows, it is tolerant of hot, dry summers. very attractive to butterflies and a host of pollinators. Deer resistant. 30 - 36"

Botanical Name- Vernonia lettermannii Iron Butterfly

Pronunciation- ver-NOH-nee-uh let-ter-MAN-ee-eye

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade

Soil Preferences- Average, moist to semi-dry, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Purple

Bloom Time- Late summer - fall

Companion Plants- Coreopsis tripteris (tall meadow synergy)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies (including Monarch nectaring), beneficial wasps

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50A

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late fall; water regularly during dry weather and fertilize lightly.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back in late fall to prepare for vigorous spring growth.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Overly rich clay can lead to flopping, so avoid excess nitrogen.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, aphids

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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