Verbena bonariensis
$17.95 / 1G
Description
Verbena bonariensis is a herbaceous perennial valued for its purple flowers during fall and summer. It typically matures 2–5 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained clay or loam soil. Its native range or documented parentage is The Americas, with some species elsewhere. It attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. In the landscape, it works well in border, mass planting, and small groups. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to deer, drought, and dry soil.
Benefits
Provides seasonal color and texture and may support pollinators or other garden wildlife.
Features
Verbena bonariensis is valued for its ornamental foliage, flowers, form, or seasonal contribution.
| Verbena bonariensis | |
| Verbena bonariensis | |
| Full Sun, Part Sun; Average Soil. Water regularly during establishment and adjust care to site conditions. | |
| The Americas, with some species elsewhere | |
| Non-Native | |
| Yes | |
| The Americas, with some species elsewhere | |
| No |
| Full Sun, Part Sun | |
| 1 - 4 | |
| 1 - 3 |
| Violet | |
| Border Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Border or Bed | |
| Clump Forming |