Plant Sales
Ironweed
Vernonia gigantea
Asteraceae
Family
eastern United States
Origin
herbaceous perennial to 8'
Description
mid summer, fall
Flowering Season
full sun to part shade
Exposure
semi-dry to wet, rich soil
Moisture
as perennial, zone 5A-9A
USDA Hardiness Zones
very good nectar source
Nectar Value