European Vervain Seeds for Planting – Verbena officinalis Delicate Lilac Flowering Perennial
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Herb Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Herb (Herbaceous)
- Germination Time 14-21 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 30-45 cm
- Sunlight Full sun to light shade
- Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Moderate watering; allow topsoil to dry between waterings
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Flowers 4-6 weeks after sowing; repeats through summer
- Suitable For Garden beds, borders, containers, cottage garden plantings
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Deadhead to encourage continued flowering; divide every 2-3 years
Description
European Vervain is a perennial herb valued for delicate lilac flowers. It’s suitable for garden beds, borders and containers in full sun to light shade. Sow 0.5-1 cm deep, space plants 30-45 cm apart, and waterModerate, allowing the topsoil to dry between waterings. Germination takes 14-21 days at 15-25°C. Flowers appear 4-6 weeks after sowing and repeat through summer; deadhead to encourage more blooms, and divide every 2-3 years.