Smooth Ironweed
Vernonia fasciculata
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Wildflower

Smooth Ironweed is another popular choice for moist gardens. The tall, purple flowering plants are loved by all kinds of pollinators. It even hosts some larvae such as the Parthenice Tiger Moth. This plant can tolerate occasional flooding, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens. Ironweed is perennial and may self-seed into the garden, spreading over time. The bitter foliage is unpalatable to mammals, including deer. 

Available
Yes
Sizes Available
Chelsea Chop
No
Height
2-4 feet
Spread
1-3 feet
Bloom Season
Mid Summer - Early Fall
Flower Colors
Pink,  Purple
Sun Tolerance
fullsun
partsun
Soil Tolerance
Moist,  Poorly drained
Features
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butterfly friendly
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bee friendly
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deer resistant
QR
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Code
VEFA