{"product_id":"verbena-bonariensis","title":"Verbena Bonariensis","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurpletop Vervain \/ Tall Verbena \/ Agentinian Vervain \/ South American Vervain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVerbena bonariensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily: \u003c\/strong\u003eVerbenaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eSouth America (Argentina–Brazil region)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short-lived, clump-forming perennial (semi-deciduous in mild SA winters)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAiry, see-through stems topped with clouds of amethyst-purple flowers make \u003cem data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eVerbena bonariensis\u003c\/em\u003e a must for Adelaide gardens. It thrives in heat and lean soils, flowers for months from late spring to autumn, and weaves effortlessly through shrubs and grasses to add height without bulk. Short-lived as a plant but politely self-seeds, so drifts persist with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2–2.0 m H × 0.4–0.8 m W per clump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40-80 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Narrow, mid-green, slightly rough leaves on wiry, branching stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small lavender-purple clusters on tall stems late spring–autumn; excellent cut\/seed heads for winter structure\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very long flowering season, architectural seed heads into winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outstanding for pollinators — bees, hoverflies, butterflies; finches may pick at seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought \u0026amp; heat tolerant once established; wind \u0026amp; coastal capable; light frost hardy; copes with poor, well-drained soils; avoid waterlogging; self-seeds lightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drifts: 4–6 plants\/m² (30–45 cm apart); Borders: thread singles between shrubs\/perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — generally non-toxic; ingestion may cause mild tummy upset if eaten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (best flowering \u0026amp; sturdy stems); tolerates light part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam or sandy loam; thrives in lean\/gravely beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 6–8 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer (more in heatwaves); rarely in winter if dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead to reduce self-seeding or leave seed heads for winter interest; cut back hard in late winter to the basal shoots; thin volunteer seedlings to shape drifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-5 years per clump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suited to temperate and Mediterranean SA gardens, including coastal areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly acidic to alkaline; happy on Adelaide limestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrift through ornamental grasses (Miscanthus, Pennisetum, Themeda) for a meadow feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread among salvias, gaura, roses to add height and movement without crowding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a see-through screen to make small gardens feel larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuge flowering window, pollinator magnet and barely any fuss — this airy perennial adds height, sparkle and movement without blocking views. Perfect for Adelaide’s heat and low-water planting styles, and it politely renews itself year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":47355965047036,"sku":"VERB-BONA-140MM","price":21.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/verbena-bonariensis-purpletop-tall-vervain-140mm-pot-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1793338403","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/verbena-bonariensis","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}