Patagonian verbena P9(0.5L)

Verbena – an ornamental and versatile garden plant

Characteristics of verbena

• Appearance: Annual or perennial plant, with straight or branched stems, reaching from a few tens of centimeters to several meters in height, depending on the species.
• List: The opposite, often hairy, usually with serrated edges, add texture and charm to the plant.
• Flowers: Small, gathered in dense inflorescences, available in various colors such as white, pink, purple or blue. Flowering lasts from spring to autumn, which makes verbena extremely decorative throughout the season.
• Odour: Some species emit a pleasant smell that attracts pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies.

Growing verbena

• Position: It grows best in sunny or slightly shaded positions.
• Soil: It prefers fertile, permeable and moderately moist soil.
• Care: Regular watering, especially during periods of drought, is crucial. To prolong flowering, it is worth removing faded inflorescences.
• Reproduction: It can be propagated by seeds, cuttings or root division.

Verbena use

• Gardens: Ideal for home gardens, flower beds, rockeries, as well as a balcony and terrace plant. Verbena is popular both in single plantings and in compositions with other plants.
• Herbal medicine: Verbena (Verbena officinalis) is used in natural medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, sedative, and strengthening properties.
• Cosmetics Industry: Verbena extracts are used in the production of cosmetics, including perfumes and skin care products.

Benefits of verbena

• Decorativeness: A wide range of colors and long flowering make it an excellent choice for decorating gardens and terraces.
• Versatility: It can be used both as an ornamental and utility plant in herbal medicine and cosmetics.
• Easy to grow: With its low requirements, it is suitable for gardeners of all experience levels.

Verbena specifications

• Flower pot: 1 liter
• Plant age: 2 years
• Frost resistance: Depending on the species, annuals may require wintering in warmer conditions.