Arkansas ironweed
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A clump-forming perennial to 2m tall with upright stems clothed in narrow lance-shaped leaves. In autumn, loose clusters of small pinkish-purple flowers are borne on branched stems
Scientific classification
- Species
- Arkansas ironweed (Vernonia arkansana)
- Genus
- Vernonia
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Arkansas ironweed
Distribution map
North America
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Arkansas ironweed
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Arkansas ironweed care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering and, if necessary, to prevent self-seeding
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division
Growing
GrowingGrow in a light, moderately fertile, moist soil preferably in full sun but will tolerate partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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