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(Verbena intermedia)
Fort Huachuca Vervain (Verbena intermedia)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Verbena intermedia, commonly known as Fort Huachuca Vervain, is an evergreen perennial herb native from Peru to Argentina. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and a width of 0.8-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). This plant thrives in open woodlands and along streams in its native range, where it contributes to the local ecology by providing nectar for pollinators.
Fort Huachuca Vervain is appreciated for its extended blooming period, producing clusters of small, tubular pink flowers from summer into fall, which are highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. It is often used in butterfly gardens, borders, and as a ground cover due to its low stature and spreading habit. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and requires low to medium amounts of water, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While generally easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Fort Huachuca Vervain is appreciated for its extended blooming period, producing clusters of small, tubular pink flowers from summer into fall, which are highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. It is often used in butterfly gardens, borders, and as a ground cover due to its low stature and spreading habit. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and requires low to medium amounts of water, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While generally easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 0.8-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, Pink, Purple
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
open woodlands and along streams
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Verbena tenuis, Verbena intermedia, Verbena carollata, Verbena tandilensis, Verbena intermedia var. lanuginosa, Verbena bonariensis f. gracilis, Verbena chamissonis, Verbena intermedia f. albiflora, Verbena intermedia f. glabrescens
GBIF Accepted Name: Verbena intermedia Gillies & Hook.