{"product_id":"verbena-bonariensis-seeds","title":"Purpletop Vervain Seeds — Verbena bonariensis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Beloved Cottage Garden Classic — Airy Clouds of Vivid Purple on Tall, Transparent Stems\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerbena bonariensis\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most universally loved and widely grown cottage garden perennials — a tall, airy, see-through plant that weaves effortlessly through borders and creates a magical haze of vivid purple from summer through to autumn. Growing to around 1.2–1.5m tall on slender, branching, almost leafless stems, it produces clusters of tiny, intensely vivid purple-violet flowers at the tips of every branch, held aloft like a constellation of colour above the garden. Its transparent, see-through habit means it can be planted at the front or middle of the border without obscuring anything behind it — it simply adds a layer of colour and movement that transforms everything around it. An outstanding cut flower, an irresistible magnet for butterflies and bees, and one of the most reliable and long-flowering perennials you can grow. A garden essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💜 \u003cstrong\u003eVivid purple-violet flowers from summer to autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e — clusters of tiny intensely coloured purple-violet blooms held at the tips of tall branching stems; one of the most richly coloured and long-flowering perennials available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦋 \u003cstrong\u003eIrresistible to butterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the very best butterfly plants you can grow; butterflies are drawn to the flowers in extraordinary numbers throughout the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eTall and transparent — the perfect see-through plant\u003c\/strong\u003e — slender branching stems to 1.5m create an airy, transparent effect that layers beautifully over other plants without obscuring them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long stems and long-lasting blooms make Verbena bonariensis a wonderful addition to summer arrangements and posies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eSelf-seeds freely\u003c\/strong\u003e — once established, it self-seeds reliably and gently around the garden, popping up in unexpected and always pleasing combinations with neighbouring plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow — grows to 1.2–1.5m\u003c\/strong\u003e — vigorous, reliable, and long-flowering; well-suited to borders, cutting gardens, and cottage gardens across NZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Verbena bonariensis in trays in late winter to spring onto moist seed-raising mix; press seeds lightly onto the surface as they benefit from light to germinate. Transplant seedlings to 45–60cm apart in a sunny position with well-drained soil. Verbena bonariensis is drought tolerant once established and thrives in warm, sunny NZ conditions. It will often overwinter in mild NZ climates and self-seed freely, returning reliably year after year. Deadhead lightly to extend flowering, or allow to set seed for a self-sustaining colony. Stake in exposed positions if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e25 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Verbena bonariensis, with growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45074300764229,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_49c76dbd-3d1e-4c11-95b9-665ba2754326.png?v=1780115416","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/verbena-bonariensis-seeds","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}