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Rose-violet to lavender blooms at the tips of tall, strong stems create a light, airy wave of color through the flower bed. Very attractive to butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Reseeds itself readily - a welcome volunteer! Also called tall or purple top verbena, purpletop vervain and South American Verbena.
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Variety Info
Family: Verbenaceae
Native: South America
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 7–11
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 3'–4' tall and 1'–3' wide
Variety Info: 2"–3" clusters of small (¼") purple flowers.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 65° –75°F.
When to Start Inside: 10 to 12 weeks before your average last frost date.
Sprouts in: 14–28 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): Barely cover
Space Seeds: A group of 6 seeds every 18"–24"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"
- Jolea H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 25, 2026Beautiful Verbena requires TLC and patience
The long wait time for germination of 14-28 days is correct. And the seedling growth was slllllooooooooow the first few weeks after emerging from the soil line. Then, for the last couple weeks I have seen great growth, both height and width-wise. I planted these on Jan 18 and it is now March 25. This was a learning experience and makes me appreciate what I grow so much more. I love verbena and am excited to transplant these out next month. Zone 8B, Washington state. Botanical Interests carries really great seeds and a super variety of flowers.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 27, 2026Hey Jolea,
We love hearing about your patient journey with the Brazilian Vervain Verbena Seeds! You're absolutely right that they require some TLC and patience - that slow start can definitely test your patience, but it sounds like you're being rewarded now with that great growth spurt. It's so exciting that you're seeing them really take off after those first slow weeks! Your timing from January to transplanting next month is perfect for your zone. We're thrilled you're having such a great learning experience and that it's making you appreciate your growing even more. Verbena is such a beautiful reward for all that patience! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Dianne T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJan 2, 20255 Stars
Brazilian vervain was new to me, as was gardening from seed in general. Took a while to really grow in size, but when it did, there was a bounty of tall stems topped with beautiful, delicate flowers. And the sparse foliage made it a great flower for cutting and throwing into bouquets for myself, family and friends. (Seen here with calendula.)
Everyone who saw the flowers were delighted by them. I may be growing this flower every year from now on!
- ShannonRated 5 out of 5 starsAug 5, 20245 Stars
These seeds are THE BEST! Germination rate was great and best of all- the pollinators LOVE them! I get hummingbirds, loads of butterflies and bees and even a hummingbird clearwing moth! Thank you so much!!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Karen E.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 25, 20235 Stars
I order these every year! I love to plant them in front of my black eye Susans!
EGEpic GardeningNov 29, 2023Hey Karen Thank you so much for taking the time to share your photo. Your flowers are beautiful! I imagine the rest of your garden is just as lovely! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Jennamaya C.Rated 5 out of 5 starsOct 6, 20235 Stars
Interesting branching and flower clusters
