Ironweed, Common
Veronia fasciulata
Intense purple blooms stand out in the late summer landscape, attracting many butterflies and other pollinators. Tolerates moist soil with brief flooding making it great for the rain garden. Plant height may be reduced easily by cutting-back the stems in late spring, giving a better show of flowers too. Self seeds.
Size: 2 to 4 feet
Zone: 3 – 9
Light: Sun