White Flower Farm
Verbena bonariensis
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking airy, butterfly-friendly floral borders.
Verbena bonariensis presents a unique, airy look in the garden with clusters of pinkish-purple blooms atop wiry, self-supporting stems. Its dark green, narrow, and sparse leaves allow it to be placed at the front of borders without obscuring plants behind. This vigorous plant thrives in heat, flowering continuously from late spring well into fall. It is often grown as an annual but acts as a tender perennial in warmer zones (7-11). It reseeds readily, creating a beautiful lilac haze, and makes a first-rate cut flower for bouquets.
$12.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 3268
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Ships as
128.86.
/ PINT CU IN
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vertical interest without visual density
- Landscapers wanting consistent color through late autumn
- Conservationists aiming to attract local pollinators and wildlife
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space or low maintenance preferences
- Owners of nutrient-rich soil or shady garden beds
- Cold-climate growers seeking permanent, winter-hardy perennials
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from late spring through fall provides exceptional seasonal color.
Structural Integrity
Wiry, self-supporting stems eliminate the need for tedious staking or support.
Pollinator Attraction
High-nectar clusters act as a reliable magnet for local butterfly populations.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in intense summer conditions without wilting or losing floral output.
Garden Versatility
Sparse foliage allows for seamless layering at the front of borders.
Naturalization Potential
Prolific self-seeding habits ensure a recurring lilac haze each year.
Key Specs
Ships as
1 PINT 28.86 CU IN.
Mature Height
4-5 feet
Spacing
15-18 inches
Hardiness Zone
Annual (Perennial Zones 7-11)
Features
- Offers a completely different, airy look compared to other Verbenas
- Blooms continuously from late spring into fall, even in intense heat
- Wiry stems are self-supporting, requiring no staking
- Remarkably light and airy due to sparse foliage
- Prolific self-seeder, providing pleasant surprises the following year
- Attracts butterflies
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of these Verbena bonariensis plants. Reviewers frequently highlight the vigorous growth and robust health upon arrival, noting that the plants establish quickly and thrive throughout the season. The primary appeal centers on the plant's reliable performance and stunning aesthetic design, offering continuous, airy purple blooms that effortlessly attract pollinators. Consumers feel confident in the investment, appreciating the long lasting color and structural height these plants add to the garden. This product delivers dependable garden impact year after year.
Know before you buy
No, this plant features wiry, self-supporting stems that remain upright on their own, even as they reach their mature height of 4 to 5 feet.
Yes. Because the foliage is sparse and the stems are airy, you can place this plant at the front of a border without blocking the view of the shorter plants behind it.
It depends on your climate. While it is typically grown as an annual, it can act as a tender perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 11.
Verbena bonariensis is a prolific self-seeder. You can expect it to drop seeds and reappear in different spots throughout your garden the following year.
Absolutely. This variety is heat-tolerant and is known for flowering continuously from late spring all the way through the fall.
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