Iron Weed is a 5' to 8' tall native perennial that grows best in moist soils and full sun but will persist in partial shade. This summer and fall flowering plant features large showy 12" wide heads of small brilliant purple flowers. Ironweed is consistently used in wildflower meadows, conservation plantings, and wildlife habitat mixes. Butterflies, bees, and other pollinators are strongly attracted to Iron Weed. All plants come in 1.5 quart pots.
Iron Weed is a 5' to 8' tall native perennial that grows best in moist soils and full sun but will persist in partial shade. This summer and fall flowering plant features large showy 12" wide heads of small brilliant purple flowers. Ironweed is consistently used in wildflower meadows, conservation plantings, and wildlife habitat mixes. Butterflies, bees, and other pollinators are strongly attracted to Iron Weed. All plants come in 1.5 quart pots.