Verbena hastata (Blue Vervain) Seed
Blue vervain Description:
Verbena hastata, commonly known as Blue Vervain, is a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to North America. It can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streambanks from the eastern part of Canada to the eastern United States.
Blue Vervain typically grows 1 to 6 feet tall and has a clump-forming habit. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are arranged oppositely on the stem. In mid-summer to early fall, the plant produces spikes of small, blue to violet flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Verbena hastata is an excellent plant for naturalizing in a wetland garden or meadow, and it has a number of medicinal uses. It prefers a moist to wet soil in full sun to partial shade and can be used in borders, wildflower meadows, or as a specimen plant. The plant is deer-resistant and can be easily grown from seed or transplants. The attractive flowers and medicinal properties make it a popular choice for herbalists and gardeners alike.
Native Range:
Blue vervain is found across the entire continental United States. In Minnesota, Blue vervain can be found in nearly all regions of the state.
Standard Plant Information:
Plant Height: 1' - 6'
Bloom Time: June - September
Preferred Habitat: Does well in full sun. Often found in wet fields, shorelines, and ditches.
Stratification: C30, D