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Posted 04/17/2023 in Perennial

Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'

Fine textured foliage like Amsonia, with long needles from a central stem. Magenta purple flower clusters dance above the foliage in late summer. A super 'texture' plant for the border; the flowers are a favorite nectar source for butterflies.

Post Details

Latin Name
Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'
Common Name
Iron Butter y Ironweed
Planting Zone
Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-3 ft
Spread
2-4 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Fine textured foliage like Amsonia, with long needles from a central stem. Magenta purple flower clusters dance above the foliage in late summer. A super 'texture' plant for the border; the flowers are a favorite nectar source for butterflies.

Special Care Instructions

Cultivar has an upright habit with a true purple flower.

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