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Verbena canadensis 'Apple Blossom' (Rose vervain)


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Verbena canadensis 'Apple Blossom' ver-BEE-nah kan-ah-DEN-sis Common Name: Rose vervain Synonyms: Glandularia canadensis 'Apple Blossom' Genus: Verbena
This low-growing perennial produces long-lasting light pink blossoms with dark pink centers. It is an heirloom cultivar of the native species. Verbenas are excellent for annual borders, containers—especially hanging baskets—and some for the mixed herbaceous border.
 Care: In containers, provide good drainage, full sun, and monthly fertilizer during the growing season. In the garden, provide moist, well-drained soil in full sun.
 Propagation: Sow seed in autumn or early spring at 64-70°F. Divide in spring or take cuttings in summer.
 Problems: Whiteflies, aphids, slugs, snails, scale insects, spider mites, powdery mildew, Septoria leaf spot, rust.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Spreads
Growth Pace Fast Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Drought Tolerant
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Native; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Early Fall; Early Summer; Late Summer; Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers, Suitable as Annual
Style Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden
Seasonal Interest Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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