Verbena bonariensis
Tall, swaying stems of warm lilac
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Hereford
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Verbena bonariensis
- Tall, slender leafy stems with tight clusters of warm lilac flowers
- Long flowering period from June to September
- A hardy, low-maintenance and drought tolerant perennial plant
- Grows up to 180cm tall - its airy, see-through stems make it versatile enough to plant in any part of a border, in groups or as accent plants
- An absolute butterfly magnet
- The RHS has awarded Verbena bonarienis a Plants for Pollinators designation and the prestigious Award of Garden Merit
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Verbena bonariensis can be grown in a large 40 cm pot, providing airy height in temperatures up to 28°C.
How big does it get?
Verbena bonariensis typically reaches a mature height of 120 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Verbena bonariensis requires full sun to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Verbena bonariensis prefers well-drained, sandy or chalky soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Once established, Verbena bonariensis is quite drought-tolerant and only requires watering every 10 to 14 days, providing around 1.5 cm of water, though it will appreciate a thorough soaking when temperatures exceed 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Verbena bonariensis generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Verbena bonariensis holds an RHS rating of H4, withstanding temperatures down to -10°C, making it hardy through most of the UK but it may require protection in the coldest areas.
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