VERBENA tenuisecta (Moss Verbena, Purple)
Purple Moss (Purple Moss) Verbena is a tender perennial with fern-like foliage and purple flowers that spreads widely. It blooms for a long time and makes a nice ground cover. In areas where it is hardy, it can be used for long-term erosion protection. Treat as an annual in colder climates. Drought tolerance is a feature of plants.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 28,750 | 1,000 |
| 1/4LB | 115,000 | 4,000 |
| 1/2LB | 230,000 | 8,000 |
| 1LB | 460,000 | 16,000 |
| 5LB | 2,300,000 | 80,000 |
Scientific Name: Verbena Tenuisecta
Common Name: Moss Verbena, Purple
Plant Type: Tender Perennials
Family: Verebenaceae
Zone: 7 to 11
Native Range: North America
Full Growth Height: 6-12 "
Width: 36-72 "
Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Blooming Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower: Showy, Spike-like Clusters
Pollinators: Butterflies, Honeybees, Humming Birds
Flower Color: Purple
Tolerate: Drought
Water Requirement: Dry, Moderate
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-Drained
Soil pH: 5.8 to 7.2
Uses: Patio and Containers, Beds and Borders, Indoor Gardens, Prairies and Meadows