Vernonia ‘Southern Cross’ Kiefer Nursery Trees, Shrubs, Perennials
As summer perennials begin to fade, Vernonia 'Southern Cross' offers vibrant purple color, the loose flat-topped clusters appearing on upright stems atop a cushion of soft, needle-shaped foliage. After bloom, this Ironweed's seed heads persist, adding interest to winter gardens. For information on growing and care, click Growing Guide.
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#1 91594-101 0 Not Available Online in Your Area Check Other Stores Call branch for pricing at 1-800-748-3663 Description Vernonia Southern Cross Ironweed is a perennial that prefers full sun and has a clumping growth habit. Its stiff upright stems are adorned with alternate, simple, narrow, linear to lanceolate leaves.
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Vernonia is a widespread North American native perennial that is found in most of the United States east of the Rockies. V. lettermanii is found in Oklahoma and Arkansas. The other parent (s) of this cross is unknown. With its fine foliage and upright stems, 'Southern Cross' resembles Amsonia hubrichtii when not in bloom.
Vernonia ‘Southern Cross’ Kiefer Nursery Trees, Shrubs, Perennials
Habit:Vernonia 'Southern Cross' grows to about four feet tall and wide, a mass of upright stems covered with short, slender leaves. It has a dense, upright shape overall. Origins: 'Southern Cross' is a hybrid between Vernonia lettermanii and an unknown species. It was discovered by Brent Horvath of Intrinsic Perennials.
Vernonia altissima Nutt. Giant ironweed
Vernonia spp. are in the aster or daisy family (Asteraceae), but lack the showier petal-like ray florets common to the composite inflorescences of coneflowers ( Echinacea spp.), asters ( Symphyotrichum spp.) and sunflowers ( Helianthus spp.).
Rhone Street Gardens September 2013
Vernonia 'Southern Cross' Back to Previous Page More Images Common Name: ironweed Type: Herbaceous perennial Family: Asteraceae Zone: 4 to 9 Height: 2.50 to 3.00 feet Spread: 2.50 to 3.00 feet Bloom Time: August to September Bloom Description: Purple Sun: Full sun Water: Dry to medium Maintenance: Low Flower: Showy Attracts: Butterflies
Walters Gardens Vernonia Southern Cross Display Card
Vernonia x 'Southern Cross' Southern Cross Ironweed Summary » Clusters of vibrant deep purple flowers appear on upright stems of narrow foliage in late summer and fall. » Important nectar source for native bees and pollinators. » The tawny seed heads persist for winter interest and birds. Additional Details @ Attracts Pollinators 2 Drought Tolerant
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Vernonia x 'Southern Cross' Ironweed 'Southern Cross' Ironweed is a natural Vernonia cross, found by Brent Horvath of Intrinsic Perennial Gardens. It is taller than 'Iron Butterfly' and has somewhat larger green leaves, but the purple flowers are just as showy and plentiful.
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Southern Cross Ironweed (Vernonia 'Southern Cross') ver-NO-nee-ah 'Southern Cross' Deciduous Perennial Shrub in the Asteraceae Family Buy Southern Cross Ironweed: Size Notes Price Availability #1 gallon: Field/Outside $12.13 Frequently available Why Can't I Purchase? Plant Data: Mature Size: 30 - 36 inches tall..
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Ironweed. Category: Perennial. Height: 4-5 ft. Spread: 4-5 ft. Bloom Color: Blue , Purple. Foliage Color: Green. Thin, but broader than other varieties, foliage has great texture with late summer purple blooms to add a burst of color. Vase habit and much shorter than the straight species. Very easy to grow.
Rhone Street Gardens Bloom Day August 2015
Vernonia 'Southern Cross' : A broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage and purple flowers in summer and fall. Attractive to butterflies. To grow well, it prefers sun - mostly sun and regular water. Grows best in well-drained and average soil. Plant type: perennial Plant family: #Asteraceae Foliage: deciduous green
Vernonia ’Southern Cross’ 2.5 Quart Perennial, Weed Perennial
Vernonia 2 vendors have this plant for sale. Category: Perennials Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater Sun Exposure: Full Sun Sun to Partial Shade Foliage: Unknown - Tell us Foliage Color: Unknown - Tell us Height: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) Spacing: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Ironweed ‘Southern Cross’ (Vernonia ‘Southern Cross’) Vernonia
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Vernonia x 'Southern Cross' 3' Tall and wide hybrid with V. lettermanii
The Vernonia 'Southern Cross' (Commonly known as a Ironweed) is a herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae family. This perennial is fast-growing, low-maintenance, and hard to care for. USDA Zones. ironweed is most commonly grown in the following zones: 4.
Vernonia noveboracensis (New York ironweed) Go Botany
Vernonia Southern Cross Ironweed. A relatively short, vase-shaped hybrid variety growing 3'-4' tall, with simple, narrow leaves. It is topped in fall by showy, flat-topped clusters of bright purple, fringe-like flowers. Prefers full sun and consistently moist, average to poor soil.
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A wonderful addition to the late summerearly autumn garden this hybrid cross of lettermanii and an unknown species discovered by Brent Horvath of Intrinsic Perennials differs from lettermanii by being taller grows to 3-4' hw and having slightly wider foliage. In September 'Southern Cross' bursts into bloom with clusters of purple Aster like flowers. Handsome foliage all season deer resistant.
