Verbena hastata Pink Spires
| You might also be interested in | |
|---|---|
 |
Salvia superba Rose Queen |
 |
Agastache cana |
 |
Lavender stoechas |
Verbena hastata Pink Spires
Hardy Perennial
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 48 inches
- Germination: Experience Useful
- Aftercare: Easy
- Special Features: Flowers in first year
- Ideal for: Border, Cut Flower
Description
A stunning Verbena, enhanced by vivid deep pink flowers borne on well branched spikes. Flowers over a very long period. Adds height to borders as well as making a splendid cut flower. Height 90-120cm (3-4 feet)
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost |
|---|
Sow on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed sowing mix in pots or trays. Lightly cover the seed with a sprinkle of fine grade vermiculite or sowing mix. Put seed tray in a baggie to retain moisture and place in the refrgerator, not freezer, for 3-6 weeks. Remove seed tray and place at a temperature of between 18-21C (65-70F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Germination will usually take 30-60 days after moving to the warmer temperature. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays.
Growing Instructions
Gradually acclimatize plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost 30cm (12in) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
For best results, provide a well-drained soil in full sun.