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Western Ironweed
Vernonia baldwinii
In the United States:
Native
· also called Baldwin's ironweed, ironweed
Late-season nectar source for honeybees and long-tongued bees. Blooms in purple flower clusters from midsummer into fall. Spreads via rhizomes in full sun and well-drained soils.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–October |
| Duration | ~45 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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