Verbena hastata 'Blue Spires'

Also Known As

Blue Vervain

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Verbena hastata 'Blue Spires' plant details

Verbena hastata 'Blue Spires' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Verbena hastata 'Blue Spires'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: verbenaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Verbena hastata 'Blue Spires'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This vigorous North American native grows upright, developing a dense, broad crown after a few seasons. The effect is almost candelabra-like, with tiny blue-violet blooms and deep purple bracts opening in an upward-moving whorl along branching flower spikes. The vibrant bicolored glow of the blossoms reflects the deep purple stems and brightens the pointed dark green opposite foliage. For an arresting blend of forms, plant this Vervain with Helianthus 'Gold Lace' and Sesleria 'Greenlee'.