Verbena bonariensis

Key Features of Verbena bonariensis

1. Tall and Graceful Growth

• Height: Verbena bonariensis typically grows to a height of 3 to 6 feet (90 to 180 cm), creating an elegant and vertical element in your garden.
• Spread: Its spread ranges between 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm), forming a delicate and airy structure that complements various garden styles.

2. Purple Inflorescences

• Graceful Purple Blooms: Verbena bonariensis is admired for its charming clusters of small, tubular, purple flowers that form on slender, upright stems. These inflorescences dance gracefully in the breeze, attracting butterflies and bees, adding life and movement to your garden.

Caring for Verbena bonariensis

1. Sunlight and Soil Requirements

• Sunlight: Verbena bonariensis thrives in full sun. Place it in a location with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day for the best flowering and sturdy growth.
• Soil: This tall verbena prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It can tolerate various soil types, including sandy or loamy soils.

2. Watering and Maintenance

• Watering: Once established, Verbena bonariensis is relatively drought-tolerant. Water the plant deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering to prevent waterlogged conditions.
• Deadheading: To encourage continuous blooming, remove faded flowers by deadheading. This practice redirects energy into producing new blooms, extending the flowering period.
• Staking: Due to its tall and slender stems, Verbena bonariensis may benefit from staking or support to prevent bending or breaking in windy conditions.

3. Attracting Wildlife

• Verbena bonariensis is a pollinator magnet, attracting butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. By incorporating this tall verbena into your garden, you create a welcoming habitat for these essential creatures.

4. Overwintering

• Verbena bonariensis is a perennial in milder climates but may act as an annual in colder regions. In areas with harsh winters, consider providing mulch around the base of the plant to protect the roots during colder months.

Embrace the elegance and charm of Verbena bonariensis, the enchanting tall verbena that will elevate your garden with its airy and graceful presence. With its tall growth, charming purple inflorescences, and low-maintenance care, this verbena is an excellent addition to any garden setting. By following simple maintenance practices, you can ensure that Verbena bonariensis thrives and continues to enchant with its delicate display year after year.

Visit Our Store in Co. Limerick or Shop Nationwide

Visit our garden centre today and discover the allure of this stunning and easy-to-grow tall verbena! You can see the Verbena bonariensis in person and seek expert advice from our knowledgeable staff. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, we are here to assist you in making the right choices for your garden.

Can't make it to our store? No worries! We offer nationwide delivery, so you can enjoy the beauty of the Verbena bonariensis no matter where you are in the country. Simply place your order online, and we'll take care of the rest.

• Hardiness
  Fully Hardy
• Hue
  purple
• Facing
  East, South
• How Much Sun
  Shade, Sun
• Special Conditions
  Coastal Conditions, Dry Sun, Full Sun/ Dry Conditions

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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