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Texas Vervain

Texas Vervain

Annika Lindqvist, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Verbena halei
Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena Family)

Texas Vervain can be found in thickets and woodland borders but it blooms best in full sun. It is drought-tolerant and grows well in loam, clay, or sandy soils.

  • Scientific Name: Verbena halei
  • Common Names: Texas Vervain, Slender Verbena, Texas Verbena, Slender Vervain
  • Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena Family)
  • Growth Habit:  Perennial shrub
  • Height: up to 30 inches
  • Leaves: Vary in shape but most are toothed.
  • Flowers: Blue, Purple
  • Bloom Time: March through June
  • Wildlife Benefits: Attracts pollinators and butterflies. Seeds eaten by numerous bird species.

Where to Find It

  • Interested in adding Texas Vervain to your garden? Check if this is in stock or add to cart to purchase directly from our Natives Nursery.

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