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Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly'

$1699
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This item is available for preorder only.

Pickup available at 265 Lakeside Dr NE

Usually ready in 2-4 days

  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: Ironweed
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: Summer-Fall
  • Garden Height: 30-36 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 30-36 Inches

This neat native has a similar look to Amsonia hubrichtii. It has thin foliage, a vase-like habit, and an airy dome of small purple flowers. The flowers bloom in late summer extending its beauty. It sort of looks like a cross between Baby's Breath and a purple Aster; mixes well with grasses and other late summer bloomers.

Uses: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Flower Beds, Landscapes, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Rain Gardens
Nature Attraction: Butterflies, Pollinators
Critter Resistance: Deer, Rabbits
Notable Features: Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Cut Flower, Tolerant of Black Walnuts
Growth Habit: Upright, Vase-shaped

Delivery and Shipping

Orders will be scheduled to ship based on the last frost date in your area. See the map below for more information.

We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Available For Preorder Only

Plants will begin shipping March 31, 2025. See the map below for more accurate shipping times.

When Will My Order Ship?

Your order will be scheduled for shipment based on the last frost date in your area as indicated by this map and on the maturity of the plants themselves. If you would prefer a different ship date, please include that in the notes of your order.

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