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Argentinian vervain (Purpletop vervain)
Verbena bonariensis
This eyecatcher in the hedgerow is a tall, delicate plant. It bears violet flowers as if they were a chandelier. Pair these blue shades with orange, white, and pink flowers in the garden bed and Patagonian bouquets to give pure joy of life. They make a buzzing bee meadow. Height reaches 150 cm.
Growing instructions
Sow in seed trays in late March to mid-April. Transplant out to the field in May at a distance of 30 ✕ 30 cm. They love full sun. Flowers bloom from June to October. It will reseed itself, but not turn into a weed.
Growing calendar
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Height
150
cm
Planting distance
30
x
30
cm
Sowing depth
0
cm
Germination duration
14
days
Fertilization need
Water need
Soil Type
All soil types