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Common Name(s)

Ironweed

Botanical Name

Vernonia gigantea

Family

Asteraceae

Origin

Eastern United States

Description

Perennial wildflower to 8 ft.

Flowering Season

Summer to fall

Exposure

Full sun to partial shade

Moisture

Average to moist

Nectar Value

3/5 Good nectar source

FM Stock #

97


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