Verbena canadensis |
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Sweet William |
Description
These plants are highly branched and somewhat prostrate, making them good ground covers. Its 8-20" long stems produce masses of rosy purple flower clusters in spring and again in late summer or fall. The Verberna will grow in any type of soil. -Holland WIldflower Farm
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial, Wildflower
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch in planting beds to conserve water, suppress weeds, and protect the soil from compaction and erosion.