Iron Butterfly Vernonia Stem with Foliage and Blooms
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Iron Butterfly Vernonia

American Beauties Native Plants

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 30 - 36 Inches
  • Mature Spread 30 - 36 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4 - 8

The showy, fluffy-looking flowers of the Iron Butterfly Vernonia will attract butterflies to your yard while providing a burst of color and texture. The Vernonia lettermannii has tall stems with thin, spindly dark green foliage. The stems are branched near the top and on the terminal end of each branch is a star-shaped purple flower with feathery petals. Enjoy the flowers from late summer into fall.

The Iron Butterfly Vernonia has an upright, mounded growth habit and can thrive in dry, rocky soil that is inhospitable to many other plants. This perennial is a good option for challenging environments and forgetful gardeners. Feature this beauty in beds, borders, and mass plantings. The flowers are very welcoming to butterflies, so this plant is a must-have for a butterfly garden. This cultivar is compact, making it a wonderful option for areas with limited space. Iron Butterfly Vernonia is a hardy perennial in USDA zones 4 through 8. 

Iron Butterfly Vernonia Care

Vernonia prefers dry conditions, so plant in average, well-drained soil. Let the soil dry out before giving the plant water. Select an area that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight. Give the plant a dose of balanced fertilizer once each spring.

Deadhead the plant to encourage more blooming. Cut the stems back by one-third if the Vernonia becomes leggy. As a herbaceous perennial, trim all growth to a few inches after the first frost.

Iron Butterfly Vernonia Spacing

Iron Butterfly Vernonia is an upright perennial that will grow 30 to 36 inches tall and wide. Plants can be spaced 30 to 36 inches apart to create a full bed or planting.

Iron Butterfly Vernonia Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 30 - 36 Inches
Mature Spread: 30 - 36 Inches
Spacing: 30 - 36 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Late Summer Into Fall
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Heat, Drought
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Iron Butterfly Vernonia
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: VERNONIA `IRON BUTTERFLY`
SKU:
1007396-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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