Verbena officinalis var. grandiflora 'Bampton' | vervain

How we wish this plant were fully hardy in the Hudson Valley! Nevertheless, it is well worth growing for its beautiful deep purple-red leaves and airy pink flowers. The coloring becomes even more dramatic when grown in sunny, dry locations. Gardeners in zones 7 (possibly 6) and warmer can grow this plant successfully year after year.

Zones: (6) 7 to 9
Family: Verbenaceae
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 24 to 36 in.
Spread: 12 to 18 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil: Dry, Well-drained, Average
Bloom Time: July to September
Native Range: Europe