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Moss Verbena

Glandularia Pulchella

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Overview

Moss Verbena, or Glandularia pulchella, is a vibrant, low-growing perennial, favored for its dense clusters of purple blooms that flourish spring to fall. This hardy groundcover reaches up to 12 inches wide and 6 inches high, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, USDA zones 7-11. Its drought tolerance and butterfly attraction make it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and colorful borders. It requires minimal maintenance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Moss Verbena (Glandularia Pulchella) — favored for its dense clusters of purple blooms that flourish spring to fall

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Verbenaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Moss Verbena (Glandularia Pulchella) — favored for its dense clusters of purple blooms that flourish spring to fall

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