Verbena 'Empress'

Scientific Name: Verbena x hybrida 'Empress' Series

Common Name: Empress Verbena

Exposure: Full sun

Blooming Time: Late spring to fall

Bloom Duration: Continuous bloomer

Fragrance: Typically no noticeable fragrance

Plant Growing Habit: Upright, mounding

Characteristics: The Empress Verbena from the 'Empress' Series is admired for its vigorous growth and profusion of flowers. It showcases clusters of small, colourful blooms in shades of pink, purple, red, and white, creating a stunning display in garden beds or containers. This variety is perfect for adding vibrant colour and texture to sunny landscapes.

Spacing: Plant them approximately 8 to 12 inches apart to allow for spreading and coverage.

Height: Typically grows 12 to 18 inches tall

Width: Spreads 12 to 24 inches wide

Maintenance Requirements: Empress Verbena is relatively low-maintenance and thrives in full sun. Ensure regular watering, especially during dry spells, while avoiding overwatering to prevent root rot. Deadheading spent flowers encourages continuous blooming and helps maintain a tidy appearance. Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and flowering. This variety of verbena generally exhibits resistance to pests and diseases.

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