Verbena Bonariensis Seeds – Verbena bonariensis Flower Plant

Verbena Bonariensis is a graceful, airy flowering perennial admired for its tall stems topped with clusters of vibrant purple blooms. Blooming continuously from summer through fall, this garden favorite adds height, movement, and color to borders, cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, and pollinator habitats. The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Features

• Elegant clusters of vibrant purple flowers
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and pollinators
• Long blooming season from summer to fall
• Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows
• Tall, airy growth adds vertical interest
• Excellent cut flower and pollinator plant
• Easy-to-grow and drought tolerant once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Verbena bonariensis
• Common Name (US): Purpletop Vervain / Tall Verbena
• Seed Type / Variety: Flowering Perennial Ornamental Plant
• Growth Habit: Upright clump-forming perennial
• USDA Zones: 7–11 (often grown as an annual in cooler climates)
• Planting Season: Spring after the last frost
• Growing Season: Summer through Fall
• Sowing Season: Late Winter to Spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14–30 days; benefits from light and consistent warmth
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; adaptable to average garden soils
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; drought tolerant when established
• Mature Plant Size: 3–6 feet tall and 1–3 feet wide
• Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches apart