Photo by Avant Gardens
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Vernonia glauca
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Vernonia glauca plant details
Vernonia glauca is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vernonia glauca
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, clumping, screen
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vernonia glauca
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
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How to Grow Vernonia glauca
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - low
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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