Overview
Verbena hastata 'White Spires' is a bushy perennial in the genus Verbena, part of the Verbenaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.5 m tall. Verbena hastata 'White Spires' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include borders, containers and hanging baskets. It is native to British Columbia, Manitoba and New Brunswick.
About
Verbena hastata, commonly known as American vervain, blue vervain, simpler's joy, or swamp verbena, is a perennial flowering plant in the vervain family Verbenaceae. It grows throughout the continental United States and in much of southern Canada.
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About the genus
Verbena, also known as vervain or verveine, is a genus in the family Verbenaceae. It contains about 150 species of annual and perennial herbaceous or semi-woody flowering plants. The majority of the species are native to the Americas and Asia; however, Verbena officinalis, the common vervain or common verbena, is the type species and native to Europe.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Verbena
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Verbena hastata 'White Spires' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1.5 m
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, hanging baskets
- Native to
- British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Verbena hastata 'White Spires'
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Leafhoppers, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Verbena hastata 'White Spires'?
Verbena hastata 'White Spires' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Verbena hastata 'White Spires' need?
Verbena hastata 'White Spires' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Verbena hastata 'White Spires' grow?
Verbena hastata 'White Spires' reaches a height of 1.5 m.
Is Verbena hastata 'White Spires' hardy in the UK?
Verbena hastata 'White Spires' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Verbena hastata 'White Spires'?
Seed, division.
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