Vernonia angustifolia ‘Plum Peachy’ (Narrow-leaf Ironweed) plumes rose-pink Astilbe will add beautiful

rose-pink Astilbe will add beautiful summer color to a shady border or patio container

A dense flush of violet-blue spikes bloom on compact

While average well-drained soil is fine

A new noteworthy selection with green and white striped foliage is vigorous and compact in summer

5' tall and wide in 15 years and up to 5' in 25 years

Vernonia angustifolia ‘Plum Peachy’ (Narrow-leaf Ironweed) plumes rose-pink Astilbe will add beautifulA top performer at the Mt. Cuba Center Vernonia trial for the mid Atlantic region, Plum Peachy was noted for its excellent magenta purple floral display in September that goes on to provide late fall and early winter interest as the purple hued seed heads develop. This selection of the Southeast native V. angustifolia has 4 5 tall mounded foliage that is distinguished by disease resistant wine red narrow leaves and reddish purple stems. Prefers well