Prairie Princess ironweed
Vernonia 'Prairie Princess'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size2 to 4 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Autumn
- Bloom color
- Purple
Attracts
Notes
'Prairie Princess' ironweed (Vernonia 'Prairie Princess') is a perennial for borders, meadows, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry soil. Purple flowers open in early to mid autumn and bring late season nectar for butterflies and bees. Rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The mounded plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall, so give them room to spread.
Pairs well with Ashy sunflower, Purple lovegrass, and Partridge pea.