Vernonia fasciculata (Common Ironweed) Cactus It explodes into clouds of

It explodes into clouds of tiny white flowers all along its stems in August and blooms into October

especially bees and monarchs

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Its leaves are extremely interesting with their furry appearance

Vernonia fasciculata (Common Ironweed) Cactus It explodes into clouds ofVernonia fasciculata (Common Ironweed) is a tall native perennial that has distinctive intensely deep purple flowers. It can be a taller plant of the prairie, but if inter planted among other tall plants it can provide a nice pop in mid late summer. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil Conditions Wet Mesic Mesic Height 6' 8' Flower Color Purple Flower Time July, August, September Frequently Asked Questions Why Purchase From Natural Communities Native