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Sandpaper Verbena

Verbena Rigida

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Overview

Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena rigida) is a resilient perennial, thriving in zones 7-11. It boasts a low-growing habit, up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide, adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost. This sun-loving plant is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal care. Its rough foliage deters pests, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Plant in well-draining soil for a splash of low-maintenance color in borders or rock gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 7–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena rigida) is a resilient perennial, thriving in zones 7-11

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Verbenaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost, image 25
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — This sun-loving plant is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal care; each measuring about a quarter-inch across
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — Its rough foliage deters pests, making it ideal for xeriscaping; while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — Plant in well-draining soil for a splash of low-maintenance color in borders or rock gardens; adorned with vibrant purple
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — lance-shaped leaves with a notably rough texture akin to sandpaper; while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — scientifically known as Verbena rigida; each measuring about a quarter-inch across
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — provides a lush backdrop to its clusters of vivid purple flowers; adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — each measuring about a quarter-inch across, image 32
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — making it an excellent choice for border fronts; while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and compact
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — it thrives in full sunshine and prefers well-draining soils; each measuring about a quarter-inch across
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — or as a carefree component in a mixed bed; adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — being quite tolerant of drought conditions once established; while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and compact
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and compact, image 39
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — regular deadheading of spent flowers can encourage further blooming; each measuring about a quarter-inch across
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — With a growth zone range from USDA hardiness zones 7 to 11; adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — purple flowers in the garden; adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — ground cover / perennial with purple blooms; each measuring about a quarter-inch across
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — ground cover / perennial for full or half; while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and compact
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena rigida) is a resilient perennial, thriving in zones 7-11; adorned with vibrant, image 43
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — adorned with vibrant purple blooms from summer to frost, image 46
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — It boasts a low-growing habit; each measuring about a quarter-inch across, image 44
Sandpaper Verbena (Verbena Rigida) — up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide; while occasional trimming keeps the plant dense and compact, image 45

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