Verbena (Verbena speciosa 'Imagination') ver-BEE-nah spee-see-OH-sah Synonyms:  V. × hybrida 'Imagination' Genus:  Verbena This outstanding hybrid blooms from spring until frost and has beautifully dissected foliage. Innumerable clusters of purple blossoms cover this plant and look fantastic cascading over the edges of a hanging basket. Verbenas are excellent for annual borders, containers—especially hanging baskets—and for the mixed herbaceous border. Care:  In containers, provide good drainage, full sun, and monthly fertilizer during the growing season. In the garden, provide moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation:  Sow seed in autumn or early spring at 64-70°F. Divide perennials in spring or take cuttings in late summer. Problems:  Whiteflies, aphids, slugs, snails, scale insects, spider mites, powdery mildew, Septoria leaf spot, rust.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Fall, Spring, Summer Flower Color Purple Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers, Suitable as Annual Style Cottage Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Drought Tolerant, Frost Tolerant Type Annuals