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Heritage Perennial Profile Here's the complete description for this Heritage Perennial. Drop in any time to see the rest of our collection.  Plant Number: 1.538.050 USDA Zone: 7 - 9  Verbena bonariensis Common name :  Brazilian Verbena Tall, upright branching stems hold clusters of magenta-purple flowers from early summer through late fall. A large grouping of this plant makes for an unforgettable display! Most effective growing in the middle of the border, with a backdrop of taller plants behind it. Although not hardy over a large area, gardeners in many regions grow this as a self-seeding annual that comes back for years. Drought tolerant once established. Excellent for cutting. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. Conditions     Appearance     Sun Exposure   Full Sun Soil Type   Normal   Sandy   Clay Soil pH   Neutral   Alkaline   Acid Soil Moisture   Average   Dry   Moist Care Level   Easy 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   Border   Containers   Cut Flower   Deer Resistant   Drought Tolerant   Rabbit Resistant   Massed Flower Head Size   Medium Height    90-120 cm    35-47 inches Spread    30-60 cm    12-23 inches Foot Traffic    None Growth Rate    Fast  Print This Plant E-Mail This Plant What others say about this plant... A single plant is curious, three together beautiful, and a large group is a splendid sight.; Graham Stuart Thomas, Perennial Garden Plants Best Selling 4th Edition Now Available! Now only $15.95 USD $17.95 CDN More info

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