Vernonia lindheimeri (Woolly Ironweed)

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Woolly Ironweed has gray, woolly stems and leaves and features purple or pink flowers. It is well-behaved unlike some of its cousins. It has an upright form and is distinctive looking with its narrow leaves and vividly colored flowers. It needs good drainage.

Woolly Ironweed is a good choice for perennial gardens, pocket prairies, and meadows.


AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Low
Sun exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink, purple
Bloom time Summer
Mature height up to 2.5 ft
Attracts Butterflies, bees.
Deer resistant Yes
Notes Native bee friendly.

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Present in state
Present in county and native
Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state
Not present in state
Present and rare, native in county
Previously present, now extinct
Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)