Verbena (Nana Compact Apricot) Plant

Key specifications:

• Size: 4-8 inches tall, with a spread of 12-18 inches.
• Spacing: Plant 12-18 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
• Sun Exposure: Full sun (at least 8 hours per day) for optimal blooming and health.
• Hardiness Zone: USDA zones 8-11 as a perennial; grown as an annual in zones 3-7.
• Bloom Period: Spring to fall, with continuous flowering in ideal conditions.
• Attributes: Fragrant flowers, attracts butterflies and pollinators, heat-tolerant, drought-resistant once established, low-maintenance, mildew-prone if overwatered or in poor drainage.

Description Add a splash of soft apricot color to your garden with Verbena Nana Compact Apricot. This compact hybrid verbena (Verbena hybrida) is a dwarf variety that forms a dense mat of foliage and flowers, making it an excellent choice for edging paths, filling containers, or cascading over hanging baskets. The plant's square stems and opposite leaves support rounded clusters of small, tubular flowers in shades of peach and apricot, which bloom profusely and emit a light fragrance to draw in butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Transplanting Instructions

1. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil to prevent root rot. Amend heavy clay soils with compost or organic matter.
2. Dig a hole slightly larger than the 3" pot. Gently remove the plant from the pot, loosening the roots if root-bound.
3. Place the plant in the hole so the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
4. Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly to settle the roots. Mulch around the base to retain moisture.
5. Water moderately until established (about 1 inch per week), then reduce to occasional deep watering. Avoid overcrowding for good air circulation to prevent mildew.

These 3" potted plants are nursery-grown and ready to thrive in your garden. For best results, plant in spring or summer