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Variety Info
Family: Verbenaceae
Native: South America
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 7–11
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 3'–4' tall and 1'–3' wide
Variety Info: 2"–3" clusters of small (¼") purple flowers.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 65° –75°F.
When to Start Inside: 10 to 12 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 14–28 days
Seed Depth: Barely cover
Seed Spacing: A group of 6 seeds every 18"–24"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"
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- Jolea H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/25/26Beautiful Verbena requires TLC and patience
The long wait time for germination of 14-28 days is correct. And the seedling growth was slllllooooooooow the first few weeks after emerging from the soil line. Then, for the last couple weeks I have seen great growth, both height and width-wise. I planted these on Jan 18 and it is now March 25. This was a learning experience and makes me appreciate what I grow so much more. I love verbena and am excited to transplant these out next month. Zone 8B, Washington state. Botanical Interests carries really great seeds and a super variety of flowers.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/27/26Hey Jolea,
We love hearing about your patient journey with the Brazilian Vervain Verbena Seeds! You're absolutely right that they require some TLC and patience - that slow start can definitely test your patience, but it sounds like you're being rewarded now with that great growth spurt. It's so exciting that you're seeing them really take off after those first slow weeks! Your timing from January to transplanting next month is perfect for your zone. We're thrilled you're having such a great learning experience and that it's making you appreciate your growing even more. Verbena is such a beautiful reward for all that patience! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Naomi P.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars3/20/26None germinated
I planted in trays both seeds from this and from another pack (from a different seed company, planted at the same time). Not one seed from Botanical Interests germinated, while 90% of the seeds from the other company did. So disappointing.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/24/26Hey Naomi,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- BrookeRated 5 out of 5 stars11/14/255 Stars
Gathering flower seeds now and i will sow them into the snow for next year
- Carmen L.Rated 5 out of 5 stars3/31/255 Stars
This is an excellent perennial here in north Texas. I cut back in the spring and if they get too leggy I cut them back again. Tolerates being moved with plenty of soil attached. Butterflies love it. Very pretty
- JenniferRated 4 out of 5 stars1/17/254 Stars
Seeds came well packaged, can't give 5 stars until I see the germination rates