Life cycle
Short-lived perennial
Plant identity
Verbena bonariensis
Plant characteristics
Tall thin branching square stems with sparse narrow toothed leaves and small tight heads of tiny purple flowers held high above the foliage.
Light requirement
Full sun
Growing conditions
Grow in full sun in well-drained soil with space for the tall airy stems. Protect young seedlings from frost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is supplied?
What is supplied?
One packet containing 100 seeds for planting. No mature plant, bulb, corm or cutting is included.
Which plant does the listing describe?
Which plant does the listing describe?
Verbena bonariensis. Tall thin branching square stems with sparse narrow toothed leaves and small tight heads of tiny purple flowers held high above the foliage.
How should I start the seeds?
How should I start the seeds?
Sow thinly in well-drained compost and keep moist. Germination can be irregular and may benefit from a cool period.
What growing conditions are suitable?
What growing conditions are suitable?
Grow in full sun in well-drained soil with space for the tall airy stems. Protect young seedlings from frost.
Will every seedling match the illustration?
Will every seedling match the illustration?
Seed-grown plants vary; a named selection is not a promise that every seedling will match the pictured plant.
Is the image a photograph of the actual seed lot?
Is the image a photograph of the actual seed lot?
No. It is an AI-generated representative botanical illustration, not seed-lot or parent-plant evidence. Actual seedling appearance and development vary.