Perennials – Verbena

• Verbena 

Botanical name: vervain

Average Size at Maturity: one ft in height and a 2 ft spread

Hardy zone: zones 7 – 10

Bloom Time: spring, summer, early fall 

Flower Color: pink, purple, pink, red

Foliage Color: green 

Growth Rate: normally grows about half a ft a year 

Pruning needs: deadhead as needed

Landscape Use: colorful groundcover 

Light Needs: 4 hours of sun a day 

Special Feature: medical benefits 

Water Needs: keep soil moist but don’t let water accumulate 

Fertilizing needs: balanced, slow-release flower fertilizer periodically throughout the growing season