Verbena 'Claret' (Verbena)

£5.99

Position: full sun
Soil: moist, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to September Flower colour: claret
Hardiness: frost hardy
Dark claret flowers are produced throughout summer and into autumn above feathery, green foliage. A vigorous, ground-hugging perennial for a sunny spot, which looks lovely in a 'hot' border. It associates really well with yellow and orange flowering plants, such as Crocosmia 'George Davison' and Dahlia 'Arabian Night'. It also looks lovely planted in pots on a sunny patio.Garden care: Protect plants from the cold weather by applying a dry winter mulch around the crown.

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