Verbena Obsession Cascade Scarlet Seed
Best trailing annual for budget-conscious container gardeners.
Elevate your garden with the Verbena Obsession™ Cascade Scarlet Seed, a groundbreaking annual verbena designed for stunning trailing displays. This variety boasts a vibrant scarlet hue and a vigorous, well-branched habit, making it perfect for hanging baskets and containers. It offers the sophisticated look of premium vegetative varieties at a more accessible price point, enabling beautiful, cascading arrangements for seasonal garden color with ease and cost-effectiveness.
$17.93
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
978
/ 1801
#978 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-5%
Below average
Soil Temperature for Germination
7075
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Container gardeners seeking lush, cascading floral displays
- Homeowners in regions with intense summer heat
- Landscape designers wanting long-season, high-impact color
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners preferring easy, fast-germinating seeds
- Gardeners in humid climates lacking optimal airflow
- Busy plant owners unable to commit to frequent maintenance
Performance breakdown
Trailing Vigor
Aggressive, well-branched growth creates lush, full cascades in any container.
Germination Reliability
Consistent seven to twelve day window makes planning your garden simple.
Visual Impact
Intense scarlet blooms provide a high-contrast pop for hanging baskets.
Cultivation Ease
Straightforward seed requirements make professional-grade results accessible for home gardeners.
Container Versatility
Perfectly scaled for baskets and mixed arrangements without overcrowding other plants.
Seasonal Longevity
Reliable annual performance ensures vibrant color throughout the entire growing season.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature for Germination
70-75°F
Germination Lighting
Lightly Cover Seed
Germination Days
7-12 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
65-70°F
Grow on Temperature Night
55-60°F
Plant Spread
18-24 inches
Plant Height
8-10 inches
Seed Format
100 seeds (Raw / Untreated)
Features
- First trailing Verbena from seed
- Vibrant scarlet flower color
- Vigorous trailing habit
- Cost-effective alternative
- Ideal for baskets and combos
- Easy to grow from seed
- Creates cascading arrangements
- Annual for seasonal color
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Verbena Obsession Cascade Scarlet for its spectacular garden performance. The mature plants deliver an intense, true scarlet hue that resists fading even in strong summer sun. Its trailing habit is ideal for baskets and ground cover, providing a lush, continuous display. Reviewers highlight the plant's vigor and strong resistance to heat and drought once established. While the initial seed germination requires precise conditions, those who follow the instructions achieve excellent sprouting. Ultimately, the stunning visual impact and superior flowering confirm that the effort in starting the seeds is a worthwhile investment for a premium result.
Know before you buy
Yes, these seeds require light to germinate. When planting, lightly cover the seeds with your growing medium rather than burying them deep in the soil.
Each plant will spread between 18 and 24 inches. For a full, lush look in a hanging basket or container, you should space them accordingly to allow for their vigorous trailing habit.
Once established, these plants prefer daytime temperatures between 65-70°F and slightly cooler nighttime temperatures between 55-60°F to maintain healthy growth.
No, this is an annual variety. It is specifically bred to provide vibrant, seasonal color throughout the growing season but will not survive the winter in most climates.
Under optimal soil temperatures of 70-75°F, you can expect the seeds to germinate within 7 to 12 days.
The Obsession Cascade series is designed to offer a similar trailing habit and professional look as vegetative varieties, but it provides a more cost-effective way to achieve those same cascading displays from seed.
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