Verbena rigida

Rigid Verbena

USDA Zone: 7-9

Plant number: 1.538.240

This Verbena comes from South America, and is one of the most reliable types for regions with hot, humid summer. Plants form a bushy mound of dark green leaves, with branching stems that bear clusters of bright purple flowers from summer well into late fall. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent in containers. Worth growing even as an annual in cold winter regions. A winter mulch is recommended in Zone 7.

Further details for
Verbena rigida

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Purple

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
30-60 cm
12-23 inches

Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Fast

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.