{"product_id":"common-ironweed-vernonia-fasciculata","title":"Common Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrairie Sagewort (Artemisia frigida) $9.99 | 4-inch pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Quick Facts: • Colorado Native: Yes • USDA Growing Zones: 3-8 • Height: 12-18 inches • Spread: 18-24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Late Summer (August-September) • Colors: Silver-gray foliage, yellow inconspicuous flowers • Flower Size: Tiny clusters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun • Water: Very low • Soil: Well-draining, sandy or rocky • Spacing: 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Native Bees: Pollen source • Beneficial Insects: Shelter • Wildlife: Cover for small pollinators • Natural Pest Deterrent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Cut back old growth • Summer: No supplemental water needed • Fall: Leave for winter interest • Winter: Very cold hardy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Grama Grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlanket Flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePenstemons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrairie Coneflower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Unique Characteristics: • Aromatic silver foliage • Extremely drought tolerant • Winter interest • Deer resistant • Traditional medicinal plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall. Excellent for rock gardens, borders, and xeric landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Finding Nectar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54050838151363,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/findingnectar.com\/products\/common-ironweed-vernonia-fasciculata","provider":"Finding Nectar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}