Verbena rigida, commonly known as Slender Verbena or Sandpaper Verbena, is a charming perennial herbaceous plant cherished for its profusion of small, vibrant purple flowers and its resilience in various garden settings. This South American native species features erect stems that bear clusters of tiny, tubular flowers throughout the summer and into early autumn. The flowers are known for their attractive magenta-purple color, which adds a splash of brightness to garden borders, rock gardens, and mixed perennial beds.
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Attracts Pollinators: Verbena rigida is highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it beneficial for supporting local ecosystems and promoting biodiversity in gardens.
Compact Growth: It typically grows to a height of about 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) with a similar spread, forming a neat, bushy mound of foliage and flowers.
Low Maintenance: Verbena rigida is easy to care for and requires minimal pruning and deadheading to maintain its appearance and encourage continuous flowering.
May need frost protection
Versatile Use: Ideal for sunny borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows, Verbena rigida adds vibrant colour and texture to a variety of garden designs.
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This plant is a herbaceous perennial. Herbaceous perennials die back below ground level each autumn, then fresh new growth will appear in the spring.
