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California Native Plant

Verbena lilacina

Cedros Island Verbena

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

An absolutely fabulous Baja islands native that will bloom virtually year round in the proper conditions and a twice a year pruning of dead flowers. Best kept at about 2-3'H x 2-3' W in the landscape. The shrub remains covered with lavender/purple flowers that attract butterflies. Requires little water but will also tolerate garden conditions One of the most versatile California plants. Very reliable and easy.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Lavender, Purple

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Weather changes - so should your watering schedule. Be sure to make seasonal watering adjustments at a minimum.