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Verbena canadensis

Sweet William

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Description

These plants are highly branched and somewhat prostrate, making them good ground covers. Its 8-20" long stems produce masses of rosy purple flower clusters in spring and again in late summer or fall. The Verberna will grow in any type of soil. -Holland WIldflower Farm

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Wildflower

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, With Rocks

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.