Verbena hastata, Swamp Verbena

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Notes:

Like many within the mint family, V. hastata has a definitively square stem. If there is adequate moisture, V. hastata is a very resilient plant and readily reseeds. V. hastata is highly attractive to many species of bees and butterflies.

 

  • Listing ID: 1227
  • Duration: Perennial
  • Soil Moisture: 1-5 (dry to wet): 3-5
  • Stratification: 30 days cold moist stratification required
  • Bloom Time: July-September
  • Sunlight Exposure: Partial shade to full sun
  • Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena)
  • Latin Name: Verbina haustata
  • Common Name: Blue Vervain
  • Eco-Region: 251