Bluestone Perennials Verbena Bonariensis
Best tall perennial for attracting pollinators to sunny garden beds.
This tall, airy Verbena offers a cascade of lavender blooms on delicate stems, perfect for adding movement and color to your garden from summer to fall. It's a magnet for pollinators and a favorite for cutting, while also being remarkably deer and rabbit resistant. While it self-seeds readily, it's treated as an annual in colder climates, ensuring a delightful surprise each year.
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting color and visual appeal throughout multiple seasons.
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to support local wildlife and enhance garden biodiversity.
- Busy individuals or new gardeners desiring beautiful, low-maintenance plants for their landscape.
Who should skip it
- Meticulous gardeners who prefer strict control over plant placement and garden design.
- Gardeners expecting long-term perennial presence without needing to replant frequently.
- Homeowners desiring compact, bushy plants or those with limited full-sun garden space.
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds throughout the entire growing season.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent color from mid-summer straight through to the first frost.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits, saving you from constant garden maintenance.
Garden Versatility
Works beautifully in mixed borders, containers, or as a cut flower.
Growth Habit
Tall, airy stems add architectural height without crowding out neighboring plants.
Ease of Propagation
Self-seeds readily, ensuring a fresh crop of blooms every single year.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Perennials
Height
3-4'
Spacing
Plant 20" apart
Bloom Time
Mid-Summer to Late Fall
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Growing Zones
6-10
Soil Type
Normal
Water Needs
Medium
Sold In
Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Botanical Name
Verbena bonariensis 'Bonariensis'
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