Verbena bonariensis
Purple Top
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 4-6' x 3-4' |
Exposure | Full to Partial Sun |
Water | Medium, Low Water |
Flower Color | Purple |
Bloom Time | Spring, Summer, Fall |
Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Deer Resistant |
Container Sizes | #1 |
Sunset Garden Zones | 8-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 7A-10B |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Fast-growing perennial with an open, upright growth habit to 4-6′ tall x 3-4′ wide. This long-blooming species develops slender, willowy stems of bright-green foliage topped with vibrant light-purple flower clusters that appear late-spring to fall. A favorite for butterflies. Great for cottage gardens, in beds and borders, or as a colorful contrast to broadleaf shrubs. Its lightly foliated stems create an airy appearance that is perfect for applications requiring a see-through effect. Prune occasionally if a lower, more dense-growing specimen is desired. This heat-loving species can reseed in open areas, has low to moderate water needs once established, and thrives in a full to partial sun exposure.