Product description
Named after the historic market town in Devon, Verbena Bampton is an equally charming perennial plant with a light, airy feel. Its wiry purple-green stems bear deep purple foliage and from June to September, these are complemented by spikes of tiny 5-petalled flowers in a lovely shade of lavender pink.
Verbena Bampton grows well in flower beds and borders but is also well suited to containers and pots. Its flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, enticing pollinators and turning the garden into a buzzing hive of activity.
Plant Verbena Bampton in full sun in moist but well-draining soil. Water regularly until established, after which it is drought tolerant. This hardy plant is easy to look after and can withstand cold winter temperatures as it hibernates underground during the winter months. In late autumn, after flowering, cut the spent foliage back to ground level to make way for fresh new growth emerging the following spring.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Verbena 'Bampton'
Verbena 'Bampton'
Product description
Named after the historic market town in Devon, Verbena Bampton is an equally charming perennial plant with a light, airy feel. Its wiry purple-green stems bear deep purple foliage and from June to September, these are complemented by spikes of tiny 5-petalled flowers in a lovely shade of lavender pink.
Verbena Bampton grows well in flower beds and borders but is also well suited to containers and pots. Its flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, enticing pollinators and turning the garden into a buzzing hive of activity.
Plant Verbena Bampton in full sun in moist but well-draining soil. Water regularly until established, after which it is drought tolerant. This hardy plant is easy to look after and can withstand cold winter temperatures as it hibernates underground during the winter months. In late autumn, after flowering, cut the spent foliage back to ground level to make way for fresh new growth emerging the following spring.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead spent blooms on verbena regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season. This helps the plant focus its energy on producing new flowers.
How to Water
Water verbena regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during dry spells. Avoid overwatering, as verbena prefers slightly dry soil.
How to Plant
Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Firm gently and water thoroughly. Space plants 30-45cm apart for proper air circulation. Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
