Vernonia lettermannii, Serradula lettermannii
NARROW LEAF IRONWEED
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A very rare Ironweed, Vernonia lettermannii, or the narrowleaf ironweed, is a plant species native from Arkansas to Oklahoma, though will grow in much of North America. It is a perennial up to 60 cm (24 in) tall. It produces numerous bright purple-violet flowers, arranged in dense clusters. Drought tolerant/ for xeriscaping/ waterwise design, and suitable for natural landscaping. Provides a food source for butterflies and other pollinators. Remarkable perennial for modern garden design. Deer resistant. Abundant and long lasting flowering.
Type: Hardy perennial
Hardiness zones: 4-9
Location: Full sun
Height: 60cm, 24"
Seeds per packet: 6
Sow just under the surface of the soil and water in. Then cover them with plastic and place in a fridge for 90 days. Be sure they stay moist. After the cold stratification they are then brought back to room temperature 20-22°C (68-72°F) for them to germinate. Germination is irregular over a long period of time, generally 60-90 days, but some can take longer. Do not discard the planting tray, as patience is needed, and they are well worth the wait.
Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants are poisonous.
Vernonia lettermannii, Serradula lettermannii
NARROW LEAF IRONWEED
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A very rare Ironweed, Vernonia lettermannii, or the narrowleaf ironweed, is a plant species native from Arkansas to Oklahoma, though will grow in much of North America. It is a perennial up to 60 cm (24 in) tall. It produces numerous bright purple-violet flowers, arranged in dense clusters. Drought tolerant/ for xeriscaping/ waterwise design, and suitable for natural landscaping. Provides a food source for butterflies and other pollinators. Remarkable perennial for modern garden design. Deer resistant. Abundant and long lasting flowering.
Type: Hardy perennial
Hardiness zones: 4-9
Location: Full sun
Height: 60cm, 24"
Seeds per packet: 6
Sow just under the surface of the soil and water in. Then cover them with plastic and place in a fridge for 90 days. Be sure they stay moist. After the cold stratification they are then brought back to room temperature 20-22°C (68-72°F) for them to germinate. Germination is irregular over a long period of time, generally 60-90 days, but some can take longer. Do not discard the planting tray, as patience is needed, and they are well worth the wait.
Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants are poisonous.