LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Compact
GROWTH HABIT
Spreading
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Flower seeds
PLANT TYPE
Annual flowering plant.
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
15–30 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Warm climates
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface / light cover
Growing Conditions
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the spreading growth habit make this verbena suitable for groundcover use?
Does the spreading growth habit make this verbena suitable for groundcover use?
Yes the compact spreading form fills in low areas between taller plants or along edges creating a carpet of blue flower clusters over the season
Why start the seeds indoors so many weeks before the last frost?
Why start the seeds indoors so many weeks before the last frost?
Verbena seedlings develop slowly so a 10–12 week indoor head start allows sturdy plants ready for outdoor transplanting once warm weather arrives
Will regular removal of spent flower clusters extend the bloom period?
Will regular removal of spent flower clusters extend the bloom period?
Snipping faded blooms encourages new clusters to form helping maintain color from spring into autumn under full sun conditions
Can the plants trail attractively over the edges of containers or hanging baskets?
Can the plants trail attractively over the edges of containers or hanging baskets?
The spreading habit allows stems to cascade gently making them effective for pots window boxes and baskets where blue blooms spill outward
Do the blue flower clusters particularly appeal to butterflies?
Do the blue flower clusters particularly appeal to butterflies?
The nectar-rich clusters commonly draw butterflies and other pollinators adding movement and interest to sunny garden spaces
Should the soil dry slightly between waterings once plants are established?
Should the soil dry slightly between waterings once plants are established?
Allowing the top layer to dry moderately between moderate waterings helps prevent root issues while supporting steady flowering in well-drained soil