Homestead Red Verbena
Verbena canadensis 'Homestead Red'
SKU
02539
With an exceptionally long blooming season, this colorful, hardy selection produces loads of bright red flowers from as early as March in southern zones, continuing until first frost! Ground hugging foliage spreads to form a colorful, butterfly-attracting mass. Spills beautifully from hanging baskets or patio containers. Perennial.
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Full sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | ver-BEE-nah kan-a-DEN-sis |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 6 - 12 in. tall, spreading 24 - 36 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring through fall. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Gift Plant |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. As a groundcover, space plants 2 ft. to 3 ft. apart, (closer for faster coverage). Control weeds with mulch until the plants cover the area.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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