{"product_id":"vernonia-hybrida-prairie-princess-vernonie-prairie-princess","title":"Vernonia hybrida 'Prairie Princess' – Prairie Princess Ironweed","description":"\u003csection id=\"introduction\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrairie Princess ironweed energizes late-summer landscapes with vibrant clusters of rich violet-purple flowers. Its strong, sturdy stems support dense dark green foliage that remains attractive all season without staking. This hardy perennial draws waves of butterflies and pollinators just as other garden blooms begin to fade. It establishes reliable vertical structure in borders and rain gardens while thriving in moist soils and deterring white-tailed deer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous, lance-shaped dark green leaves maintain a crisp, clean appearance from spring through frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering and stems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuzzy violet-purple flower heads crown sturdy, wind-resistant stems from late summer into autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun ensures strong upright stems and maximizes flower production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy silhouette brings architectural height and structure to back borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-growing perennial reaching 90 to 120 cm in height without flopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in rich, loamy, moist to wet soils while adapting well to standard well-drained garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable cold hardiness in zone 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistances:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong natural resistance to foliar diseases, white-tailed deer, and wet soil conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"utilisation\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in the back of mixed borders and perennial beds for late-season colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalize along pond margins, rain gardens, and low-lying moist areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut flowering stems for long-lasting rustic indoor floral arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"entretien\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during summer dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top-dress with rich organic compost or apply an all-purpose granular fertilizer in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut stems back to ground level in late autumn or early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in spring or early autumn in loose, compost-enriched soil keeping the crown level with the soil line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Proven Winners","offers":[{"title":"2 gal","offer_id":58356827750703,"sku":null,"price":17.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/4050\/6415\/files\/VernoniePrairiePrincess-1.jpg?v=1787334613","url":"https:\/\/botanix.com\/en\/products\/vernonia-hybrida-prairie-princess-ironweed","provider":"Jardineries Botanix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}