Verbena officinalis 'Bampton'
Verbena officinalis 'Bampton'
Very airy plant with dark purple foliage and upright, wiry stems with delicate purple flowers. Long flowering. Up to 90cm.
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£ 2.90
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Description
Very airy plant with dark purple foliage and upright, wiry stems and delicate purple flowers. Long flowering from summer through to autumn. Good for containers. Likes a sunny spot. Not fully hardy in cold wet soils. You can collect seed or take cuttings.Up to 90cm.
At A Glance
| Common Name | Vervain 'Bampton' |
| Type | Hardy Perennial |
| Height | 60cm to 90cm |
| Colour | purple |
| Spread Rate | moderate |
| Flowering | mid summer |
| Soil Type | drained,dry |
| Aspect | sun |
| Pollination | Attractive to pollinators |
Sue's Notes
The contrast between the dark stems and the lavender flowers is so lovely. If buying seed, sow in spring, cover very thinly and offer gentle warmth.