Purple Verbena Canadensis Homestead is a hardy perennial grown in zones 4-9. It grows up to 12 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches. It's nature is low maintenance and drought tolerant.
Verbena Canadensis Homestead Purple
Verbena Canadensis Homestead Purple is a beautiful and versatile perennial flower that is native to North America. It is known for its vibrant purple flowers and its ability to thrive in a variety of climates and soil conditions.
Homestead Purple Verbena can grow up to 1 foot tall and 3-4 feet wide. It has a sprawling habit and is covered in dark green leaves. In the summer, the plant produces clusters of small, purple flowers. The flowers bloom for several weeks and are a popular attraction for pollinators.
Homestead Purple Verbena prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought once established. Homestead Purple Verbena can be propagated by division or cuttings.
To care for Homestead Purple Verbena, water it regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Fertilize the plant in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Cut back the plant to the ground in the fall.
Homestead Purple Verbena is a beautiful and versatile addition to any landscape. It can be used as an accent plant, in borders, or as a ground cover. Homestead Purple Verbena is also a popular choice for container gardening.
Here are some tips for incorporating Homestead Purple Verbena into your landscape:
- Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Space the plants 2-3 feet apart, depending on the desired size of your clump.
- Water the plants regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize the plants in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering.
- Cut back the plants to the ground in the fall.
Enjoy the beauty and resilience of Homestead Purple Verbena!
Growing Zones: 6-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 2-3 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full-Partial |
| Mature width: | 2-3 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Rhododendron x Robin Hill 'Conversation Piece |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Harvest Time: | August |
| Year to Bear: | Can Fruit the 1st Year! |
