Today’s Flower – Ironweed

tall purple wildflower photo by Adrienne in Ohio
Found throughout Ohio, Ironweed (Vernonia altissima) is in full bloom here in NE Ohio from August until the frost.  Its name refers to the strong red stems that can grow to over 7 feet tall.  Preferring moderately damp soil, it is found most often in meadows or fertile pastures.  This one was growing at the edge of the woods at Mohican Lodge.


Comments

Lona said…
Good morning Adrienne. I think iron weed is so pretty. It sure makes an old field pop with color. They stand up to their names because they are such a sturdy stemmed plant.
August 24, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Kelly said…
...I love these plants. I'm going to try to add them to my garden. I used to think they were Joe-Pye Weeds. From everything I've read, seems like the Joe-Pye Weed is lighter or more pink.
August 24, 2009 at 10:23 AM
Betsy Banks Adams said…
Beautiful Adrienne. I love that color. Bet it looks pretty all over your area this time of year.

How's hubby?
Hugs,
Betsy
August 24, 2009 at 10:55 AM
DeniseinVA said…
Hi Adrienne, thank you for sharing this lovely photo of your Ironweed such a pretty color. Have an enjoyable week.
August 24, 2009 at 2:27 PM
the Baitlady said…
We here in Wisconsin also have a lot of ironwood weed that is just coming into full bloom. We also have Ironwood trees; and a town named Ironwood just to the northeast of us. Thank you for sharing.
August 24, 2009 at 3:20 PM
Adrienne Zwart said…
Kelly, I don't know much about them other than what I found in the field guide. I've heard of Joe-Pye Weed, but I'm not sure I know what it looks like. I think these would make a stunning addition to a garden, particularly in front of our privacy fence in the back. I've also thought of planting some common milkweed, but I'm not sure if it would become invasive.

Betsy, Jeff had chemo last Thursday and has been feeling pretty crummy (is that a word?). Praying he feels better soon. Thanks for asking. ☺
August 24, 2009 at 7:34 PM
the Baitlady said…
RE: to the question you left on my blog about what coreopsis I had pictured ~ I believe it is called Moonbeam. I sure do like it ~ it holds it's blooms for a long time.
August 24, 2009 at 9:46 PM
Anya said…
Wonderful flower,
this shot is a BEAUTY :)
August 27, 2009 at 8:01 AM
Kerri Farley said…
I see this a lot but didn't know the name. It is a gorgeous late summer flower.
August 27, 2009 at 9:08 AM
angie {the arthur clan} said…
Beautiful Adrienne!

I'm sorry to hear that Jeff hasn't been feeling well. Please let us know if you need anything right now. We'll try to help anyway that we can!
August 27, 2009 at 3:16 PM
Anonymous said…
I see it when I was able to be out and about but do not have it here at home.
August 27, 2009 at 4:23 PM
Holly said…
I came over from Angies blog. LOVE this photo, outstanding! I am planning on getting some ironweed for my backyard, it is always mushy and wet from the swamp that lives behind my house and visits during every rainfall.
August 27, 2009 at 8:03 PM
Unknown said…
This is so pretty Adrienne : ). I saw some birds today and I was like, oh my gosh! I have to take a picture for Adrienne, and would you believe, I didn't have my camera : ) I thought of you today though! Hope you are doing well!
August 27, 2009 at 9:58 PM
Post a Comment

Popular Posts