Zone 6 · New York Ironweed

Planting New York Ironweed in Zone 6

Vernonia noveboracensis

✅ New York Ironweed thrives in zone 6 (hardy 5–8)

Can I plant today?

New York Ironweed has a specific planting window in zone 6. Check back in spring.

Evaluated for June 13, 2026 ·

Zone's last frost

around April 15

Zone's first frost

around October 15

Bloom window

August – September

Peak bloom

August

Sun required

full sun

Mature height

72"

Spacing

36" apart

Type

perennial

How to plant New York Ironweed in zone 6

Plant in spring. Towering late-season pollinator plant; Chelsea-chop in June for shorter stems.

New York Ironweed peaks in August. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.

Shasta Daisy

Peaks in July

Purple Coneflower

Peaks in July

Salvia

Peaks in June

Tulip

Peaks in April

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