{"product_id":"verbena-vanessa-dark-blue","title":"Verbena 'Vanessa Dark Blue'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis vibrant, free-flowering plant produces clusters of rich dark blue to violet blooms that bring long-lasting colour to summer planting schemes. \u003ci\u003eVerbena\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Vanessa Dark Blue’ is prized for its ability to flower continuously from late spring through to autumn, creating a soft, airy effect that weaves beautifully through borders and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVerbena ‘Vanessa Dark Blue’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as Verbena, is loved for its extended flowering season and pollinator-friendly nature. Its gently spreading habit and delicate flower heads make it perfect for softening edges, adding height variation, and creating relaxed, naturalistic planting combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTender Perennial often grown as an annual in the UK\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBushy, Spreading, Long-flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e May – October\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e May – October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eVerbena\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Vanessa Dark Blue’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eVerbena\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHybrid cultivar derived from species native to South America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Light trimming throughout the season will encourage bushier growth and more blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHighly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFull sun in a sheltered spot. Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and the front or middle of borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater regularly, especially in containers, but allow the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overly wet conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWell-drained, moderately fertile soil. Performs best in light, free-draining compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 1 to 2 weeks during the growing season to support continuous flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic, but not widely studied\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMix with softer trailing plants or grasses to create a relaxed, layered look. Regular feeding and deadheading will keep it flowering right through to early autumn.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"10.5cm","offer_id":58051283714429,"sku":"7843738336771","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/verbena-vanessa-dark-blue-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-2462314.jpg?v=1776994722","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/es\/products\/verbena-vanessa-dark-blue","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}