Vernonia noveboracensis (New York Ironweed) Starter Plant Plug | Live Plant

About This Plant

Vernonia noveboracensis, commonly known as New York Ironweed, is a tall, hardy perennial with vivid bright purple blooms that attract pollinators. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to clay, loam, or chalk soils, with moist to well-drained conditions. This native perennial provides height (4-6 ft) and a 3-4 ft spread, offering color and wildlife value in naturalistic or pollinator-friendly gardens.

What You Will Receive

Starter Plant Plug form: 1 3/4" x 2 1/2" deep starter plug of Vernonia noveboracensis (New York Ironweed). This is a live starter plant intended for planting in the garden.

Growing Information

• Bloom Time: August to September
• Bloom Color: Bright purple
• Mature Height: 4-6 feet
• Mature Spread: 3-4 feet
• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Clay, loam, or chalk; tolerates moist to well-drained conditions
• Water Needs: Versatile (moist to variable drainage)
• Hardiness Zones: 5-9

Care tips: Plant in well-prepared soil with good root contact. Keep soil consistently moist during establishment. Prune back in late fall or early spring and deadhead spent blooms. Space plants 3-4 feet apart. Generally low maintenance.

Live Plant Notice

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