Overview
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Verbena, part of the Verbenaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 1-2 years. Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is drought resistant and low maintenance.
About
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' (vervain 'Bampton') is a bushy, herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Verbena in the Verbenaceae family. It is a deciduous plant that grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full size within 1 to 2 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for west-, east-, or south-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. 'Bampton' is drought resistant, low maintenance, and offers interest during summer and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Verbena
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 1-2 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Verbena officinalis 'Bampton'?
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' need?
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' grow?
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 1-2 years to reach full size.
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