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garden verbena

Verbena hybrida

Overview

Garden verbena (Verbena hybrida) is an herbaceous perennial that is native to Mexico. The plant has a spreading habit and grows up to 45 centimeters tall. It has clusters of small, deep purple, scented flowers all summer. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making this a great choice for people looking to attract pollinators to their garden. Its leaves and woody stems make its an attractive addition to garden beds, rock gardens or mixed border designs. Garden verbena is easy to grow and drought tolerant. It requires very little maintenance, making it an excellent choice for beginner gardeners.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "3-4" days.

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Light

Full sun.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 9-10.

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Pruning

Best pruned in December, January, February, June, July, August, February, June, July, August, March, April, May, June, July, August, September.

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Propagation

Cutting, Division, Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation

Uses & Symbolism

Attracts: Butterflies.

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