Purpletop vervain
Verbena bonariensis · Verbenas · Verbena family
Also known as: Argentinian Vervain · Tall Verbena · Clustertop Vervain
Easy100–180cmPet-friendly
Purpletop vervain care at a glance
Purpletop vervain (Verbena bonariensis) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 15–28 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 15–28 °C
- Life cycle
- short_lived_perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Purpletop vervain
Possible pests on Purpletop vervain include Aphids and Spider mites. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew and Southern bacterial wilt. Purpletop vervain is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Spider mites Low
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Southern bacterial wilt Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Purpletop vervain
- Which pests affect Purpletop vervain?
- Possible pests on Purpletop vervain include Aphids and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Purpletop vervain?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew and Southern bacterial wilt.
- Is Purpletop vervain toxic to cats and dogs?
- Purpletop vervain is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Purpletop vervain need?
- Purpletop vervain has a low water requirement.
- What light does Purpletop vervain need?
- Purpletop vervain prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Purpletop vervain frost-hardy?
- Purpletop vervain is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around -9 °C.