Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot / Bee Balm) Beginner Plants Vernonia fasciculata (Common Ironweed) is

Vernonia fasciculata (Common Ironweed) is a tall native perennial that has distinctive intensely deep purple flowers

Height 2'-4'

Sun Exposure Prairie/Savanna

Easily identified by its irregular deep sinus leaves

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Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot / Bee Balm) Beginner Plants Vernonia fasciculata (Common Ironweed) isMonarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) is a rock star of pollinator plants. Its lavender flowers are a great pollinator and butterfly food source. Plus, it is a favorite nectar source for the endangered Rusty Patched Bumble Bee (Bombus affinis). Also, its leaves have a great aroma and have been used in many hot teas. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil Conditions Wet Mesic, Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry Height 4' 5' Flower Color Pink Purple Flower Time July, August,