Red Verbena

Verbena Peruviana 'Red'

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Overview

Red Verbena (Verbena peruviana 'Red') is a vibrant, low-growing perennial, ideal for borders and ground cover. It blooms profusely with striking red flowers, each cluster spanning up to 3 inches across, atop fern-like foliage. Thriving in full sun, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and spreads 18 to 24 inches wide. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it provides a lengthy display from spring through frost. Zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 7–10Climate Subtropical

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Red Verbena (Verbena peruviana 'Red') is a vibrant, low-growing perennial, ideal for borders and ground cover

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — It blooms profusely with striking red flowers

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — each cluster spanning up to 3 inches across

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — is a vibrant and hardy perennial that offers a burst of vivid red coloration

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — making it an excellent choice for adding a touch of brilliance to your landscape design

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — scientifically known as Verbena peruviana 'Red'

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Hardy and drought-tolerant, it provides a lengthy display from spring through frost

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width: 1.5–2.5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Verbenaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Red Verbena (Verbena peruviana 'Red') is a vibrant, low-growing perennial, ideal for borders and ground cover

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — It blooms profusely with striking red flowers

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — each cluster spanning up to 3 inches across

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — is a vibrant and hardy perennial that offers a burst of vivid red coloration

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — making it an excellent choice for adding a touch of brilliance to your landscape design

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — scientifically known as Verbena peruviana 'Red'

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Hardy and drought-tolerant, it provides a lengthy display from spring through frost

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Thriving in full sun, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and spreads 18 to 24 inches wide

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Red Verbena creates a lush

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — This particular cultivar thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — mounded form that's ideal for use as ground cover or as a striking addition to container plantings

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — which maximizes its flowering potential

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — receiving at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Its foliage is finely textured

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — It flourishes in well-drained soil

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — demonstrating moderate drought tolerance once established

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — thus requiring minimal maintenance

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Weekly watering is recommended

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — with reduced frequency as the plant matures.<br><br>Attracting pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — the Red Verbena is a superb incorporation into any landscape design

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — offering aesthetic appeal

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — For enduring success, deadheading spent blooms promotes continuous flowering and prevents self-seeding

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — Providing an infusion of color

Red Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Red') — and ease of care to both the seasoned landscaper and the novice gardener

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