Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy'

Also Known As

Narrow-leaf Ironweed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

5a-8b

More Options

Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy' plant details

Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy' is a fantastic prairie perennial known as ironweed with lance-shaped leaves on strong, sturdy stems up to 48 inches tall creating a beautiful shrub-like form. It is a natural pollinator magnet with large airy, nectar rich, umbels of bright purple flowers in late summer to fall when the foliage blushes purple. A stately plant for the back of the border or naturalize in moist, sunny locations. Deer resistant.