Verbena bonariensis is typically harvested from June to September.
tall verbena
Verbena bonariensis
Tall verbena (Verbena bonariensis) is a perennial that forms dazzling clouds of purple at the end of summer. Growing up to 6 feet tall, its light-purple flowers and airy stems attract butterflies from far and wide, adding a splash of color to any garden. With its easy-growing nature, tall verbena is low-maintenance and happy in any soil type in full sun or partial shade. Its branching habit and multiple blooming stages fill your garden with beauty from late summer through the first frosts. Plus, it’s great for cutting and bringing indoors. Enjoy tall verbena for many seasons!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 11
Flowers:
Rose-violet, lavender Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Fruits:
brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Tall verbena (Verbena bonariensis) should be watered regularly with 1 inch of water every week. Be sure to water the soil evenly around the base of the plant. It is best to water in the morning so that the foliage has a chance to dry before nightfall. It is extra important to keep this plant moist during the summer months, when it is actively growing. During winter months, water less frequently as this plant goes dormant. Be sure to keep an eye out for any signs of overwatering, such as yellowing leaves.
sunlight
Tall verbena thrive best in full sun, meaning they should receive at least 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the summer months, when the days are longer, they can endure up to 12 hours of sunlight. During the winter months, when the days are shorter, they should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. If tall verbena do not receive sufficient sunlight, they will become leggy and may fail to produce flowers.
pruning
Tall verbena should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should keep the plant to a desired size (approximately 2-3 feet) and to remove any dead, old, or straggly stems. The plant should be cut back to just above the base so that new, healthy growth can follow. Pruning too much or too late can reduce flowering. After pruning, the remaining growth should be cleaned up and the tall verbena plants should be fed with a balanced fertilizer to help encourage new growth.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Verbena bonariensis typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Verbena bonariensis typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
Verbena bonariensis is typically harvested from June to September.
