Iron Butterfly Narrowleaf Ironweed Redbud bright pink trumpet flowers and

bright pink trumpet flowers and glossy deep green foliage through the warm season

then water during extended drought to reduce stress

it opens with clean white flowers

then moderate drought tolerance with occasional deep watering

Versatile Placement: Performs in containers

Iron Butterfly Narrowleaf Ironweed Redbud bright pink trumpet flowers andIron Butterfly Narrowleaf Ironweed (Vernonia lettermannii 'Iron Butterfly') Iron Butterfly Narrowleaf Ironweed brings late season purple color and a clean, fine textured look that makes mixed borders feel more designed. The airy foliage reads soft and light from a distance, but the plant holds a strong, upright presence that keeps plantings from looking flat. When it blooms, the rich purple flowers draw butterflies and other pollinators in steady