Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant'

Also Known As

Vernonia altissima 'Jonesboro Giant'
Jonesboro Giant Ironweed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

5a-9b

Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant' plant details

Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in clay, gritty and rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, gritty and rich

Gardening facts about Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant' plant

How to Grow Vernonia gigantea 'Jonesboro Giant'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - high
Soil Needs
- clay
- rich
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous