Missouri Ironweed
Missouri Ironweed (Vernonia missurica)
A bold, late-season bloomer for pollinators and prairie gardens
Missouri Ironweed adds a striking pop of deep purple to the late summer landscape, standing tall with its upright form and clusters of nectar-rich flowers. A favorite among butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, this hardy native thrives in moist to medium soils, making it an excellent choice for prairies, wet meadows, and pollinator gardens.
✔ Late-season nectar source – Essential for butterflies and native bees
✔ Tall & eye-catching – Reaches 4-6 feet, adding vertical interest
✔ Thrives in moist soils – Perfect for rain gardens and naturalized plantings
✔ Low-maintenance & deer-resistant – Tough and resilient in native landscapes
Plant Missouri Ironweed in full sun to enjoy its vibrant color, wildlife benefits, and sturdy presence in the garden. A must-have for pollinator habitats, prairie restorations, and bold native plantings.
📸:Lucas Foerster
Missouri Ironweed (Vernonia missurica)
A bold, late-season bloomer for pollinators and prairie gardens
Missouri Ironweed adds a striking pop of deep purple to the late summer landscape, standing tall with its upright form and clusters of nectar-rich flowers. A favorite among butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, this hardy native thrives in moist to medium soils, making it an excellent choice for prairies, wet meadows, and pollinator gardens.
✔ Late-season nectar source – Essential for butterflies and native bees
✔ Tall & eye-catching – Reaches 4-6 feet, adding vertical interest
✔ Thrives in moist soils – Perfect for rain gardens and naturalized plantings
✔ Low-maintenance & deer-resistant – Tough and resilient in native landscapes
Plant Missouri Ironweed in full sun to enjoy its vibrant color, wildlife benefits, and sturdy presence in the garden. A must-have for pollinator habitats, prairie restorations, and bold native plantings.
📸:Lucas Foerster
Plant Specs:
-Botanical Name: Vernonia missurica
-Common Name: Missouri Ironweed
-Native Range: Central United States
-Mature Size: 3-5 feet tall
-Light Requirements: Full Sun
-Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soils
-Water Needs: Moderate
-Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
-Flower Color: Deep purple
-Wildlife Benefits: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
-Deer Resistance: Moderate
-Groth Habit: Upright perennial
