Verbena Seeds
a.k.a. Purpletop Vervain, Slender Vervain
Verbena bonariensis, V.rigida
How to plant Verbena seedsVerbena flowers attract butterflies. Verbena plants tolerate heat and drought, and are deer resistant. Winter hardy to zone 7, Verbenas can be grown as self-sowing annuals everywhere.
How to Plant and Grow Verbena
Plant Verbena Seeds: Sow verbena seeds in 2 in. pots or cell packs, press into soil and barely cover. Needs darkness to germinate. At 70°F., germination usually occurs within 4 weeks. Transplant seedlings into the garden 12 to 18 in. apart. Pinch back Verbena Vanity seedlings at planting time to encourage bushiness.
Plant Purple Top Verbena Seeds: Sow Purple Top verbena seeds in 2 in. pots or cell packs, press into soil and barely cover. Needs darkness to germinate. At 70°F., germination usually occurs within 4 weeks. If not, put container inside a zip-lock bag, refrigerate 3 weeks. Return to 70°F. to germinate. Transplant seedlings into the garden 24 in. apart. Pinch back Verbena bonariensis seedlings at planting time to encourage bushiness.
Grow Verbena: Full sun. Plants tolerate heat and drought and are deer and rabbit resistant. Flowers attract hummingbird moths and hummingbirds. They rival butterfly bush flowers with their ability to attract butterflies, and verbenas will flower much longer, with lower maintenance.
