• Verbena officinalis var. grandiflora &
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Verbena officinalis var. grandiflora 'Bampton' | vervain

This plant will not be available in 2026, however, propagation is planned/underway. Please sign up for the waitlist below to receive updates on availability in future years.

How we wish this plant were fully hardy in the Hudson Valley! Nevertheless, it is well worth growing for its beautiful deep purple-red leaves and airy pink flowers. The coloring becomes even more dramatic when grown in sunny, dry locations. Gardeners in zones 7 (possibly 6) and warmer can grow this plant successfully year after year.

Zones: (6) 7 to 9
Family: Verbenaceae
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 24 to 36 in.
Spread: 12 to 18 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil: Dry, Well-drained, Average
Bloom Time: July to September
Native Range: Europe

Special Characteristics
  • Deer-resistant
  • Self-seeder
  • Short-lived
  • Purple foliage
  • See-through plant
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Jelitto

Verbena officinalis var. grandiflora &

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Nursery: Greenhouse Garden | 2024

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Verbena officinalis var. grandiflora 'Bampton' | vervain

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