Swamp Verbena (Verbena hastata)
Verbena hastata, commonly known as Swamp Verbena, is a perennial herb producing spikes of lavender-blue flowers in summer.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, including moist to wet conditions.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun.
Tolerates partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Tolerates occasional dryness once established.
Adaptable to various soil types, including moist to wet conditions.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly.
Use balanced fertilizer in spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.8 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, lanceolate to ovate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyVerbenaceae
- genusVerbena
- speciesVerbena hastata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No