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Vernonia lettermannii
Also Known As
- Late Night With Ironweed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Vernonia lettermannii plant details
Vernonia lettermannii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vernonia lettermannii
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, screen
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vernonia lettermannii
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, clay, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Vernonia lettermannii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 2'-4'
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Zones
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Size
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