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VERBENA bonariensis
Violet-purple. Tall growing
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetViolet purple
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HeightTo 2m (6½ft)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Stiff, upright, open, clump-forming perennial with rough, branching stems bearing a few oblong-lance-shaped, wrinkled leaves to 13cm (5in) long with toothed margins. Produces flowers 6mm (¼in) across in flat heads to 5cm (2in) across from midsummer to autumn.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline
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Full sunProtect with winter mulch in frosty areas
VERBENA bonariensis
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant. Superb for butterflies. Goldfinches are attracted to seedheads.Short-lived but self-seeds to give strong plants.Pests & DiseasesGenerally pest-free. Powdey mildewPlace of originSouth America (Brazil to Argentina)
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a sunny borderCottage garden
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyBird friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Verbena bonariensis - Growing Guide
to 2m (6½ft)
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