Verbena bonariensis

Verbena Bonariensis

Why Buy Me?

• Tall stems of tiny flowers
• Attractive to bees and butterflies
• Add height to your borders
• Hugely popular

Growing Conditions

Light:
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth. Can tolerate light shade but flowering may be reduced.

Soil:
Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soils but is adaptable. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.

Exposure:
Grows well in sheltered to exposed locations. Hardy across much of the UK, tolerating frost and cold winters.

Drought Tolerance:
Moderately drought-tolerant once established but benefits from consistent moisture during prolonged dry spells.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time:
Best planted in spring or early summer after risk of frost has passed.

Spacing:
Space plants approximately 45–60 cm (18–24 inches) apart. Mature height typically reaches 120–150 cm (4–5 feet) with a spread of 45–60 cm (18–24 inches).

Watering & Fertilisation:
Water regularly during establishment and dry periods. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.

Mulching & Pruning:
Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back hard in late autumn or early spring.

Propagation:
Propagate by seed sown in spring or by softwood cuttings in early summer.

Seasonal Interest

Spring:
Fresh shoots emerge.

Summer:
Produces tall, airy stems topped with clusters of small violet-purple flowers from mid to late summer, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Autumn:
Flowering gradually declines; stems may remain decorative until cut back.

Winter:
Dies back to ground level in winter.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife:
Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Supports pollinator-friendly gardens.

Garden Use:
Ideal for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, mixed perennial borders, and pollinator gardens. Adds height, colour, and delicate texture.

Companion Plants:
Pairs well with:

• Echinacea

• Rudbeckia

• Salvia

• Ornamental grasses

• Coreopsis

Combines well with bold and airy plants for dynamic garden displays.

Transform your home and garden with the Verbena Bonariensis, a must-have for any season. Order online now for quick and easy shopping, or drop by your local Thompson's Branch to explore it up close and get personalised recommendation.