100 Seeds Narrow Leaf Ironweed Vernonia angustifolia Native Wildflower

Narrow Leaf Ironweed is a native perennial wildflower known for its slender, bright green foliage and clusters of vibrant purple flowers that bloom from midsummer into fall. Its graceful, upright form and late-season bloom make it a striking addition to meadow plantings, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes.
This species works well in mixed borders, wildflower meadows, and native plant gardens where its tall, airy stems add vertical interest. The purple flower clusters are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, and the plant tolerates a range of conditions once established. It may be grown from seed and is well suited to low-maintenance, informal plantings.
Species: Vernonia angustifolia
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant_Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Average to dry, well-drained
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 6 to 9
Germination: 14 to 30 days with light required for germination; surface sow and keep moist
Sowing: Surface sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger passes
Spacing: 18 to 24 inches
Notes: Native wildflower; stems may reach 3 to 5 feet tall in favorable conditions