Vernonia angustifolia ‘Plum Peachy’

Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy'

Ironweed-Narrowleaf

Photo Credit: Chicago Botanic Garden

Photo Credit: Chicago Botanic Garden


Vernonia angustifolia 'Plum Peachy'

Ironweed-Narrowleaf

Discovered by Tony Avent growing in its native SE U.S. habitat, this colorful selection has green, Amsonia-like foliage that blushes purple in fall. It complements the large clusters of deep purple flowers borne on strong stems that feed pollinators late in the season. Perfect for naturalizing in moist, sunny locations.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 5 - 8
  • Height: 48
  • Spread: 24-28
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: High Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: Purple Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: No
  • Native: Nativar
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 5 - 8
  • Height: 48
  • Spread: 24-28
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: High Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: Purple Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: No
  • Native: Nativar
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Grower Information

  • PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
  • Optimal Planting Time: Spring
  • Retail Sales Window: Fall, Summer
  • Moisture in Production: Average, Low
  • Requires Shade in Production: No
  • Vernalization Required for Bloom: No
  • Vernalization Beneficial: Yes