Of all the perennial verbenas on the market today, the outstanding variety continues to be Homestead Purple. And this Verbena canadensis is truly perennial.
Although perennial verbenas are generally planted in spring, we need to consider fall and winter planting of perennial verbenas for best performance the first year.
Peak blooming time for this variety in south Louisiana is late February through May. By planting in spring, you miss the prime blooming months. Homestead Purple is cold-hardy, so that’s not a concern.
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