Verbena ‘Bonariensis’ — Hardy Perennial, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Verbena ‘Bonariensis’ — Hardy Perennial, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Verbena ‘Bonariensis’ — a hardy herbaceous perennial with purple / lilac and flowering june to october. A reliable nectar source for bees and pollinators. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 1L pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
- Mature size: 120–200 cm × 30–45 cm
- Flowering: June to October (Summer to Autumn)
- Position: Full Sun
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators
- Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 1L pots
The detail
Verbena bonariensis is one of the most popular and elegant garden perennials, prized for its tall, wiry stems topped with clusters of small, vibrant purple flowers. This stunning plant creates a wonderful see-through effect in borders and mixed plantings, adding height and movement without blocking the view of plants behind. A magnet for bees, butterflies and other pollinators, it is an essential addition to any wildlife-friendly garden.
Supplied as a set of three established plants in 1 litre root-balls, ready for planting straight into borders, beds or large containers. Verbena bonariensis is a reliable, low-maintenance perennial that often self-seeds gently, rewarding you with new plants year after year. It pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, echinacea, salvias and other cottage garden favourites.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Verbena bonariensis |
| Mature size | 120–200 cm × 30–45 cm |
| Growth habit | Tall, Upright, Airy Branching Stems |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile |
| Flowering | June to October (Summer to Autumn) |
| Hardiness | RHS H4 (Hardy to approximately -10°C to -5°C) |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators |
| Best for | Borders, Cottage Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Prairie Planting, Cut Flowers |
Frequently asked
Will it come back next year?
Yes — Verbena ‘Bonariensis’ is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.
When will it flower?
Expect flowers from june to october (summer to autumn). Deadheading spent blooms promptly often encourages a second flush.
Is it really bee-friendly?
Yes — Verbena ‘Bonariensis’ is a known nectar source and is regularly visited by bees, butterflies and other pollinators throughout its flowering season.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 1L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.