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Ironweed Plant

Sale price$12.99

It boasts stunning deep purple flowers with yellow and white patterns, adding elegance and a serene touch to any garden or water feature.

Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Cleanses and purifies water naturally

Beautiful, elegant blooms in spring

Thrives in

ZONE 7ZONE 8ZONE 9
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Ironweed - Vernonia

Ironweed enjoys the sun, and thrives in a well-drained to slightly wet garden soil. It's a perennial and though it likes full sun, it is quite versatile and will thrive on soils from gravel to clay, and will even grow dry once established.

How Do You Identify An Ironweed Plant

It has elongated, erect stems and heads of bright purple flowers that appear during late summer. Due to the brightly colored, large, feathery flower head with yellow rays and large green stem, it is easily noticeable in meadows or gardens.

What Is A Fun Fact About Ironweed

The name comes from its rigourous stems, which are hard and unbending, and thus difficult to bend or squash. What's more, it is full of beautiful flowers for butterflies and bees to pollinate plants. 

It assists in supporting the local fauna, a source of food for birds as well as nectar to the pollinators. It is easy to care for and can make very tall and colorful additions to gardens.

Ironweed is not a demanding plant and depends mostly on the water in the soil, so it results in minimal watering only when there is a dry spell. The plant doesn't require much fertilization. Remove dead stems just before the onset of the growing season.

Want monarchs and butterflies fighting in your lawn? Buy these! We have 323 plants available and they are super mature, many over 5 feet in height. You will not have to wait for them to mature, they already are. We offer fast shipping to all states at TN Nursery.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

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Bloom Season

Summer

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Bloom/Foliage Color

Purple

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Height at Maturity

Over 12"

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Care

Ironweed plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Ensure the soil remains consistently damp, especially during hot weather. Mulch near the plant to maintain moisture and prevent weeds. Prune spent flowers to promote new blooms.

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Plant Reproduction

Blue Flag Iris spread by rhizomes and self-seeding.

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We only accept returns on plants verified dead. If you think your plants have died, we offer a 1 year warranty, please use this File a Claim Link to verify dead plants and start with return warranty process.

Long blooming season & low maintenance
Water purification & soil erosion control
Attracts pollinators & drought tolerant
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Ironweed PlantBuy 1 + Get 2 Free Sale price$12.99

It’s doing well in the boggy area of my garden, and the flowers are just as gorgeous as shown. A great purchase!

Shaw Gordon, Verified Buyer

Zone 3

The Ironweed I purchased has transformed my garden with its gorgeous blooms. It’s doing wonderfully in my pond area and has become a focal point of beauty. Highly recommended!

Perez Campbell, Verified Buyer

Zone 4

I’ve always wanted Ironweed, and TN Nursery delivered! The plant is thriving and the flowers are stunningly beautiful. It’s added a lovely touch to my garden.

Nancie Clark, Verified Buyer

Zone 5

What We Ship

The Benefits of Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are shipped without soil or pots, making them lightweight and easy to handle. They arrive dormant, ready to be planted and thrive as beautiful, healthy additions to your garden.

Cost-Effective

With no heavy pots or soil, you'll save 50-60% on shipping costs, and you can easily plant our plants yourself—no equipment needed, just a spade for digging small holes.

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Better Growth

Bareroot dormant plants are more hardy because they adapt better to new environments, with stronger root systems that establish quickly, leading to greater resilience and improved survival rates in various conditions.

Eco-Friendly

Bare root native plants are environmentally friendly because they promote biodiversity, require less water and maintenance, and support local ecosystems, making them a sustainable choice for eco-conscious gardening

Features
Why You Will Love Our Ironweed Plant

Ideal for Water Gardens

Thrives in wet conditions, making it perfect for ponds and boggy areas. Its lush, colorful blooms enhance the aesthetic of water gardens and naturalistic landscapes

Elegant Foliage

Features slender, sword-like leaves that add a graceful texture to your garden. The foliage complements the striking blooms and enhances the overall design.

Cold Hardy

Resilient in colder climates and withstands frost. Ensures that your garden remains beautiful throughout the changing seasons.

Colorful Contrasts

Ironweed plant features yellow "accessories" throughout June and July, with yellow patches and veins contrasting beautifully with deep blue and violet petals. This striking combination enhances its compatibility with other similarly colored flowers in your garden.

Caring Tips

How do I care for my Ironweed Plant?

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Care Tips

Ironweed plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Ensure the soil remains consistently damp, especially during hot weather. Mulch near the plant to maintain moisture and prevent weeds. Prune spent flowers to promote new blooms.

Light Requirements

It blossoms in complete sun to partial shade and prefers at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day for optimal growth and abundant flowering, although it may also grow in shadier spots.

Hardy Planting Zones

7 • 8 • 9

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The whole process was very easy. Now I just have to wait to see the plants this Spring.

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