Description: Are you looking to add a unique and striking plant to your garden? Look no further than Vernonia noveboracensis, also known as New York Ironweed. This stunning plant is native to the eastern United States and is characterized by its tall stems, bright purple flowers, and dark green foliage. Our starter plant plug is the perfect way to introduce Vernonia noveboracensis to your garden. Measuring 1 3/4" x 2 1/2" deep, this high-quality plug is the perfect size for planting in a small pot or directly in the ground. With proper care, your plant will quickly grow and thrive, reaching heights of up to six feet. One of the great things about Vernonia noveboracensis is its hardiness and adaptability. This plant can thrive in a wide range of conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and from moist to dry soil. It also requires very little maintenance, making it an ideal choice for gardeners of all skill levels. In addition to its striking appearance, Vernonia noveboracensis is also a great choice for attracting pollinators to your garden. The bright purple flowers are particularly attractive to butterflies and bees, making this plant a great addition to any pollinator garden. So why wait? Order your Vernonia noveboracensis starter plant plug today and enjoy the beauty and benefits of this stunning plant in your own garden. With its striking appearance, adaptability, and pollinator-attracting qualities, Vernonia noveboracensis is sure to be a standout in your garden for years to come. Planting Vernonia noveboracensis offers a range of benefits, both for your garden and for the environment. Here are some of them: AESTHETIC APPEAL: Vernonia noveboracensis is a stunning plant that will add visual interest and texture to your garden. Its tall stems, bright purple flowers, and dark green foliage create a striking and unique appearance that is sure to be a standout wherever you plant it. As the plant grows, it develops a bushy habit that can help fill out garden borders and add depth to landscaping. POLLINATOR ATTRACTANT: Vernonia noveboracensis is an excellent choice for attracting pollinators to your garden. Its bright purple flowers are particularly attractive to butterflies and bees, making it an important food source for these important insects. As pollinators, bees and butterflies play a critical role in maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting agriculture, making Vernonia noveboracensis a valuable addition to any garden. LOW MAINTENANCE: Vernonia noveboracensis is a hardy and adaptable plant that requires little maintenance. It can thrive in a range of conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and from moist to dry soil. This makes it an ideal choice for gardeners of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced gardeners. The plant is also drought tolerant, which means that it can survive extended periods of dry weather without the need for supplemental watering. NATIVE PLANT: Vernonia noveboracensis is a native plant, which means that it is adapted to the local climate and soil conditions. As a result, it is often more resistant to pests and diseases than non-native plants, which can make it easier to care for. Additionally, native plants are an important part of local ecosystems, providing food and habitat for native insects and wildlife. By planting native plants like Vernonia noveboracensis, you can help support local biodiversity and contribute to a healthier and more sustainable environment. MEDICINAL PROPERTIES: Vernonia noveboracensis has been used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments, including fever, sore throat, and stomach pains. The plant contains a variety of beneficial compounds, including flavonoids, terpenoids, and phenolic acids, which have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. While more research is needed to fully understand the medicinal properties of Vernonia noveboracensis, it is a promising plant for those interested in herbal medicine. Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade Season of Interest: Summer, Fall Life Cycle: Perennial Bloom Time: August to September Bloom Color: Purple Height: 4'-6' Spread: 3'-4' Water Needs: Low, Average, High (Highly versatile) Maintenance: Low Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Chalk Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Soil Drainage: Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained, Well-Drained (Highly versatile) Shipping Information:We don't want you to have any worries about your plant when it ships! We are a fresh to order nursery so we have no stock on the shelf. This is to allow us to provide you with the healthiest plants we possibly can! We collect and send out plants Monday and Tuesday so they won’t get stuck in the mail over the weekend. We label each species of plants individually with their scientific and common name. We fill the excess space in the package with air pillows and packing paper to prevent the plants from receiving damage during shipping. Carbon Emission Statement:We carbon-offset by using recycled boxes and packing material from our local area whenever we can, and as much as we can! As a Fresh-To-Order Nursery it's part of the job to try helping ensure that Earth lasts for generations ahead. While providing beautiful plants in these areas also requires taking care of the plants that grow there. Harvesting only occurs on acres pure untouched marsh or wetlands which provide habitats for wildlife, both now and hopefully for many years to come! It is our mission to preserve these areas.
Price: 4.8 USD
Location: Portville, New York
End Time: 2024-08-26T16:43:44.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.25 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Common Name: New York ironweed
Color: Purple
Soil Type: Chalk, Clay, Loam
Brand: Vernonia noveboracensis
Plant Form: Plant Plug
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Season of Interest: Fall, Summer
Watering: Low, Average, High (Highly versatile)
Type: New York ironweed
Genus: Vernonia
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Features: Perennial, Hardiness Zones: 5-9, Bloom Time: August to September, Height: 4'-6', Spread: 3'-4', Maintenance: Low, Soil Drainage: Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained, Well-Drain
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
