Missouri Ironweed
Vernonia missurica
Family: (Asteraceae) Sunflower
Habitat: Prairies
Height: 3-6 ft.
Bloom Period: late summer, fall
Description: Perennial. Plants are robust and easy to grow.
The Wildlife Connection: Very attractive to bees and butterflies.
Propagation Tips: Missouri Ironweed has a dense root system which spreads to form new colonies. Clumps may be divided.
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Missouri Ironweed bloom
Winnie Burkett
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Missouri Ironweed