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Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'

Ironweed

Lovely, narrow, fine foliage on a compact, well branched, vigorous plant. In late summer the plant is covered with tiny, purple flowers that are extremely attractive to butterflies. A native that is very tolerant of rough, sandy, infertile, dry soils. Very suitable for use in medium and large Rain Gardens.

		Availability
Item	Size	Current	Future
19342	G2 AB	215	0

Height 30-36 Inches		Spread 30-36 Inches
Flower Color: Purple

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

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