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Verbena hastata – Blue Vervain

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Size

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Common Name

Type

Family

Native Range

Eastern North America

Zone

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Height Range (ft.)

2.00 to 6.00

Spread (ft.)

1.00 to 2.50

Bloom Time

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Bloom Description

Purplish-Blue

Sun

Water

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Maintenance

Suggested Use

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Tolerate

Growth Rate

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Verbena hastata – Blue Vervain

Verbena hastata – Blue Vervain is a native perennial with tall spikes of blue-purple blooms that thrive in sunny, moist soils. Perfect for rain gardens, pollinator habitats, or wildflower meadows, it attracts bees, butterflies, and birds while requiring minimal care.

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Additional information

Size

, ,

Common Name

Type

Family

Native Range

Eastern North America

Zone

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Height Range (ft.)

2.00 to 6.00

Spread (ft.)

1.00 to 2.50

Bloom Time

, ,

Bloom Description

Purplish-Blue

Sun

Water

,

Maintenance

Suggested Use

,

Tolerate

Growth Rate

Product Description

Add striking vertical interest and vibrant color to your garden with Verbena hastata, commonly known as Blue Vervain. This elegant native perennial produces tall spikes of small, vibrant blue-purple flowers that bloom from midsummer through early fall. Its upright, clump-forming habit and delicate blooms make it a stunning addition to wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens, or rain gardens. Blue Vervain thrives in moist soils and sunny to partially shaded locations, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, while its seeds provide a valuable food source for birds in the fall.

Why Choose Blue Vervain?

  • Elegant Flower Spikes: Dense, vertical spires of blue-purple blooms add height and drama to your landscape.
  • Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich flowers.
  • Moisture-Loving: Thrives in damp soils, making it perfect for rain gardens, pond edges, or wet meadows.
  • Wildlife Benefits: Provides seeds for birds and supports pollinator activity late in the growing season.

Cultivation Tips

  • Sunlight Needs: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade, especially in consistently moist areas.
  • Soil Preferences: Grows best in moist, rich soils but adapts to clay or sandy conditions if watered regularly.
  • Watering Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist during establishment; tolerates occasional flooding once mature.
  • Spacing: Plant 18-24 inches apart to allow for its upright, clumping growth and to create a naturalized effect.

Design Ideas for Your Garden

Blue Vervain is perfect for adding height, texture, and late-season blooms to sunny borders, pollinator gardens, or naturalized plantings. Pair it with other moisture-loving natives like Swamp Milkweed, Cardinal Flower, or Joe Pye Weed for a vibrant and biodiverse display. Its vertical flower spikes also make it a fantastic backdrop for shorter perennials or ornamental grasses, while its adaptability to wet soils makes it ideal for rain gardens or water features.

Ecological Benefits

Verbena hastata plays a vital role in supporting pollinators by providing nectar and pollen during late summer and early fall. Its seeds are an important food source for birds, while its ability to stabilize soil in wet areas helps improve water retention and reduce erosion, making it a sustainable and eco-friendly addition to your garden.

Enhance your garden with the vibrant beauty and ecological value of Verbena hastata – Blue Vervain. This resilient native perennial adds height, color, and wildlife activity to any outdoor space.

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