Botanical Name: Verbena bonariensis

Zone: 7-10

Soil: Average

Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Time and Color: Purple flowers from mid summer to mid fall.

Description: Tall, upright branching stems hold clusters of magenta-purple flowers from early summer through late fall. A large grouping of this plant makes for an unforgettable display. Most effective growing in the middle of the border, with a backdrop of taller plants behind it. Although not hardy over a large area, gardeners in many regions grow this as a self-seeding annual that comes back for years. Drought tolerant. Excellent for cutting and drying flowers. Flowers are fragrant and very attractive to butterflies.

Care: Very easy to grow.