Verbena Plants
Not to be mistaken for the short lived annual version, these perennial verbenas are some of the best and longest blooming plants in the garden, producing flowers well into mid-late autumn. Ours come to you straight from our Herefordshire nursery, where Jack and his team use the most sustainable growing methods. These tall, leafy plants make the perfect perch for butterflies and bees, helping you to do your bit for our hero pollinators, then when the purple clusters of flowers are finished, their stems provide valuable shelter for overwintering insects.
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Perennials born in Herefordshire, blooming in your garden
Our perennials start life in the rolling Herefordshire hills, where Jack and his team trial over 250 new varieties each year to bring you the best performing and most sustainable plants in the UK. With over forty years of excellence, it’s no surprise that they’ve won the HTA Plant Grower of the Year award two years running.
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Verbena FAQs
When is the best time to plant verbena in the UK?
Verbena is best planted in the UK from spring to early summer, after the risk of frost has passed.
What kind of soil does verbena prefer?
Verbena thrives in well drained, fertile soil - a slightly acidic to neutral pH level is ideal.
How much sunlight does verbena need?
Verbena needs a position in full sunlight or partial shade (at least six hours of sun per day) for the best growth and flowering.
How often should I water verbena plants?
Water your verbena plants regularly, especially during dry or hot weather, but avoid overwatering as it can lead to root rot. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Should I fertilise my verbena plants?
Verbena plants will do fine without fertiliser, but they’ll flower best with a sprinkle of general purpose feed applied every 4-6 weeks throughout the growing season.
How do I deadhead verbena plants?
Deadheading will encourage your verbena plants to bloom for longer. Simply pinch or cut off the faded flowers just above a set of healthy leaves.
Do verbena plants need pruning?
You can leave your verbena unpruned for a natural wild effect or trim it for a more compact and bushy look. Leave the dead flower stems standing until early spring before pruning them back, as insects like to use them for shelter through the winter.
Can I grow verbena in containers?
More compact varieties of verbena look great in pots. Choose containers with drainage holes in the bottom and fill them with well draining soil or potting compost. Plants in pots will need more regular watering than those in the ground.
