An amazingly tall (very tall) aster-like plant which is a magnet to all insects. It is not often we see the plants without some sort of insect feeding on the flowers. Heads of strong purple flowers in through summer to early autumn. Easy care. Great for a meadow garden.
Common Name | Giant Ironweed |
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Height | 2m |
Width | 1m |
Position | Full sun |
Seed Quantity | 30 |
Germination Code | B – seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate. Sow these seeds outdoors in pots from April through August |
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