This native of Central America forms a low mat of delicate, dark green ferny foliage. Masses of purple flowers adorn this perennial groundcover from spring through fall. Plant in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. It tends to be short-lived in the landscape.
Glandularia pulchella (Rock Verbena)
Glandularia pulchella
Rock Verbena
This native of Central America forms a low mat of delicate, dark green ferny foliage. Masses of purple flowers adorn this perennial groundcover from spring through fall. Plant in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. It tends to be short-lived in the landscape.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 8 (10° F) |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 6" - 8" (in) |
| Spread | 4' - 5' (ft) |
| Spacing | 5' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging |
| Tolerance | Heat |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
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