VERBENA STRICTA / HOARY VERVAIN

VERBENA STRICTA / HOARY VERVAIN

A Native Perennial with Upright Flower Spikes and Pollinator Appeal

Verbena stricta, commonly known as Hoary Vervain, is a native perennial valued for its tall, slender spikes of purple flowers, gray-green foliage, and ability to attract pollinators. Thriving in full sun with well-drained soils, Hoary Vervain is ideal for prairie restorations, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Its vertical form, vibrant blooms, and low-maintenance habit make it a standout native perennial.

Why Choose Hoary Vervain?

Vibrant Purple Flowers: Produces dense spikes of small purple flowers from mid to late summer.
Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Drought-Tolerant: Once established, it thrives in dry soils with minimal care.
Low Maintenance: Hardy and long-lived in a variety of soil types.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Gray-green, slightly hairy leaves.
Flower Color: Purple flower spikes in mid to late summer.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 2–4 feet tall and 1–2 feet wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 3–8.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun.
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loam, or rocky soils.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 2–4 feet tall, 1–2 feet wide.
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial with vertical flower spikes.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8.
Flowering: Mid to late summer.
Fragrance: Mildly aromatic flowers.

Ideal Uses:

Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Prairie & Meadow Plantings: Perfect for naturalistic and restoration projects.
Mixed Borders & Beds: Adds vertical texture and late-season color to perennial gardens.
Low-Maintenance Landscapes: Drought-tolerant and long-lived for easy care.

Hoary Vervain is a hardy and ecologically valuable native perennial. Its striking purple flower spikes, pollinator benefits, and drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for prairie plantings, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes.