Add Elegance to Your Yard With Vivid Verbena Flowers

From Spring through Fall, Verbena flower seeds produce brightly colored florets that add aesthetic appeal to any landscape. Typically planted in garden beds, pots, baskets, and window boxes, Verbena, also known as Vervain, is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it an ideal solution for homeowners who want easy-to-care-for flowers.

How to Plant Verbena (Vervain) Seeds

Verbena plants require plenty of light and well-draining soil. If planting directly outside, sow the seeds spaced about 12 inches apart to allow room for spreading. You can also start Verbena flower seeds indoors to encourage better growth. Start by chilling the seeds in the refrigerator for 1 to 4 weeks in a moist paper towel. Plant the seeds in a tray, topped with a thin layer of soil. Cover the tray with plastic to retain humidity and maintain a temperature of 60 to 75 degrees F. Seeds should germinate in about 14 to 28 days. Once seeds sprout, they can be transplanted outside.

Check out our Verbena planting guide for detailed instructions.

FAQs

When is the best time to plant Verbena seeds?

If you plan to start Verbena indoors, you should plant the seeds in late winter or early spring. For direct outdoor sowing, wait until after the final frost, when soil temperature reaches a minimum of 65 degrees F. You can also sow Verbena seeds in late Autumn, especially for hardy perennial varieties like Tall Verbena (Verbena Bonariensis).

Does Verbena reseed itself?

Yes, Verbena plants can reseed themselves, depending on the variety. Tall Verbena is best for reseeding, while Rigid Verbena also self-seeds moderately well. Annual hybrid varieties of Verbena, typically grown in hanging baskets, are generally sterile and cannot reseed themselves.

How often do you need to water Verbena?

After initial planting, Verbena seeds should be watered daily to help roots establish. After 1 to 2 weeks, taper watering to once per week.

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