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A bold and beautiful native perennial wildflower, New York Ironweed boasts deep purple flower clusters atop tall, sturdy stems—typically reaching 4–8 feet. Blooming from late summer into fall, it’s a standout in natural meadows and pollinator gardens.

New York Ironweed (Vernonia noveboracensis)

$6.00Price
  • •Pollinator Magnet: Its nectar-rich blooms attract a wide range of pollinators, especially butterflies and bees, during late summer when many plants are fading.   

    •Wildlife Support: Later in season, the seedheads offer perching spots for migrating birds. Resistant to deer browsing and tolerant of juglone, making it wildlife-friendly and resilient.  

    •Structural Beauty: Its tall, upright stems add vertical interest in garden backgrounds, meadows, and wetland borders.

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