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Verbena rigida 'Polaris'

Family Verbenaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Verbena rigida 'Polaris' (rigid verbena) yields faded azure blossoms during early summer to mid-autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Verbena rigida 'Polaris' attracts butterflies to your garden. Verbena rigida 'Polaris' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions The growth rate of Verbena rigida 'Polaris' (rigid verbena) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.