Narrow-leaved verbain
Herbaceous perennial reaching 30-60 cm tall. Features narrow, lance-shaped leaves and slender spikes of small, lavender to blue-purple flowers blooming June-September. Prefers well-drained, rocky or sandy soils and full sun. Drought-tolerant once established. Attracts butterflies and bees. Suitable for rock gardens, prairies, and hot, dry sites. Native to eastern and central North America.
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: Purple
Bloom Time: Mid to Late-Summer
Sun Requirements: Sun
Moisture: Dry to Moist-Drained
Phenology: Growth emerges May. Leaves fully developed by June. Purple flower spikes appear June-August. Seeds mature August-September.
Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies and native bees; seeds eaten by small birds; provides cover for beneficial insects
Habit Over Time: Forms compact clumps with a more restrained habit than V. hastata. While it may self-seed in open soil, it does not spread through rhizomes. The modest size and well-behaved growth pattern make it suitable for smaller spaces. Works well in groups or drifts.
Height: Short to Medium (1-2 feet)