New York Ironweed (Vernonia noveboracensis)

Flowering in August and September, this plant will give you the last bursts of purple before the show is stolen by fall colors. Growing up to 6’ tall, you can prune the plant in early spring down to 2’ if you would like it to be shorter. It will thrive in moist soils and full sun.

Attracts: 🐝
Light: full sun to filtered shade
Soil: prefers wet