Vernonia glauca
Upland Ironweed

Dozens of pinkish-purple flowers bloom on Upland Ironweed's tall, bushy structure in late summer to early fall. A host plant for the American Painted Lady butterfly!
 
Light: Full Sun
Soil Moisture: Medium to Wet
Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Bloom Time: August-September
Bloom Color: Purple
Deer Resistant