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Verbena bonariensis

Brazilian Verbena

Plant photo of: Verbena bonariensis
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

This 4-5' plant is a drought-hardy performer, with blooms atop the sturdy, squarish stem all summer and fall. The flower is a striking purple tuft that makes a good fresh or dried flower. The sparse foliage makes this a great accent flower that hovers. This plant is potentially invasive as it self-seeds through wind, water and animals. If your property is adjacent to a channel, please consider NOT planting Verbena bonariensis as it can end up clogging the channel or suffocating trees.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Annual

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Width Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Purple

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.