seeds: Verbena urticifolia (white vervain)

Includes a brochure with instructions on how to sow native seeds.

Seed sowing instructions

code C(30), D
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.

Plant information

Verbena urticifolia, white vervain, is a lovely addition to any garden. This plant is known for attracting a variety of bumblebees, as well as several species of butterflies, such as the Painted Lady. The flowers also provide a food source for birds like goldfinches and sparrows. This perennial grows up to 3 feet tall and produces small, delicate white flowers in summer. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a great choice for both pollinator gardens and naturalized areas.

seeds: Verbena urticifolia (white vervain)

$4.75

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A	Seed should germinate when sown in a warm location.
B	Hot water treatment: Bring water to a boil, remove from heat, pour over seeds, and soak for 24 hours.. Generally this is for seed with a thick seedcoat.
C	(# of days of cold moist stratification) Seeds germinate after a period of cold, moist stratification. Mix seeds with a handful of damp vermiculite or clean sand (moist—but not wet). Place mixture in a sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator, NOT the freezer.
D	Sow on the surface of the soil. Generally these seeds are very small.
E	These seeds need a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 60-90 day cold, moist period.
F	These seeds need a 60-90 day cold, moist period followed by a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 2nd cold, 60-90 day moist period.
G	Highest germination rate in cool soil.
H	Seeds need scarification: One way this can be achieved is to rub the seed between two sheets of sand paper. If code "C" is also called for, scarify first.
I	Legume Inoculant (more info next year).
J	Legume seeds (more info next year).
K	Parasitic species which needs a host plant.
L	Plant fresh seed or keep seed moist.
M	Best results when seed sown outdoors in the fall for a natural winter.

type:	Perennial
sun needs:	Sun to shade
water needs:	Average to moist
plant spacing:	1/sq ft
bloom color:	white

seeds: Verbena urticifolia (white vervain)

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