Family: Verbenaceae

Scientific Name: Verbena rigida

Common Name: Verbena rigida, Coarse Verbena, Sandpaper Verbena

DescriptionA low growing Verbena producing bright purple or magenta flowers.
Plant TypeAll Plants, Perennial Tender
Hardiness ZoneCold 8-10, Sunset 8-24
Sunlightfull to partial sun
Moistureaverage to moist
Soil & Siteaverage well drained
Flowersbright purple to magenta
Leaveslong, toothed leaves
Dimensions6-24 inches tall by 12-18 inches spread
MaintenanceAlthough the newer cultivars are resistant to many of problems they are still susceptible to powdery mildew, white fly and spider mites. Tapien are reported to have some good mildew resistance. They can be over wintered in a bright cool window. Cut the plants back, re-pot and make sure the pests are controlled.
Propagationdivision, cuttings
Native SiteNative to South America
Misc Facts(syn Verbena venosa)
Notes & Reference#51-Armitage's Manual of Annuals, Biennials, and Half-Hardy Perennials (Arimitage), #76-Annuals for Every Purpose), #109-Annuals and Tender Perennials for North American Gardens (Wayne Winterroud)
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