Blue Vervain

Native to Eastern North America, Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata) is a hardy, spreading perennial that can also be used as a tea. An infusion of its leaves is strongly bitter and the bright blue flowers are attractive to pollinators.

80-100 days to leaf. Hardy perennial.

Size: Packet: 150 seeds (0.05 gram)

Native to Eastern North America, Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata) is a hardy, spreading perennial that can also be used as a tea. An infusion of its leaves is strongly bitter and the bright blue flowers are attractive to pollinators.

80-100 days to leaf. Hardy perennial.

Common Name:
Blue Vervain
Scientific Name:
Verbena hastata
Description:
Tiny purple-blue flowers and bitter foliage commonly used for teas, tinctures, or salves.
Plant Lifespan:
Perennial
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 3a (-40 to -35)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Early Spring
Seeding Depth:
Surface
Days to Sprout:
7-21
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
60-86
Plant Spacing:
1-3 ft.
Plant Height:
2 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
90-120

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