Verbena peruviana – Peruvian Mock Vervain

Description

Plant Details:

• Height: Approximately 5–10 cm
• Spread: Up to 60 cm
• Origin: Native to Bolivia, southern Brazil, northern Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay
• Category: Perennial
• Family: Verbenaceae
• Common Names: Peruvian Mock Vervain, Peruvian Verbena

Growth & Care:

• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: Brilliant red
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; benefits from regular watering
• Salinity Tolerance: Moderate
• Sun Tolerance: Thrives in full sun
• Wind Tolerance: Moderate
• Waterlog Tolerance: Low; requires well-drained soil
• pH Level: Adaptable to various soil pH levels
• Pest Tolerance: Generally pest-free
• Disease Tolerance: High
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Fragrance: None
• Growth Habit: Prostrate, spreading

Best Uses:

• Ideal for ground cover in gardens and landscapes
• Suitable for rock gardens and borders
• Effective in hanging baskets and containers
• Attractive to butterflies and other pollinators