New York Ironweed

BARE ROOT PLANTS

Vernonia noveboracensis

Hardiness Zones: 5-9

Soil: Prefers rich, moist, slightly acidic but adapts well. Consistently moist.

Space Required: 4 feet wide. Plants reach 3-6 feet tall.

Light Requirement: Full sun/part shade

New York Ironweed is a top notch addition to any native wildflower garden. It attracts many pollinators especially butterflies. NY ironweed can grow to varying heights from 4 ft. all the way up to 7 ft.! Blooming in late summer through fall, NY ironweed creates excellent contrast when planted with yellow flowers like wingstem and goldenrod, that bloom at the same time.