About This Plant
A stunning shade of purple, New York ironweed is a tall, course plant that does best in rich, moist, slightly acidic soils in full sun, although it can handle some shade and tolerates a variety of different soil types. It would be a good plant for the back of a rain garden.
Plant Details
Environment
Attributes
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Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
The nativeness of New York ironweed is for the most part confined to the east coast but also has a small presence in New Mexico.
Alternate Names
New York Flat Tops, Tall Ironweed
