Verbena 'Vegas Lilac'

Verbena

'2023-11-16T12:20:59.474Z'

Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' is a beautiful and colorful plant with flowers in shades of lilac and violet. This plant has a compact growth habit and blooms abundantly during the summer months. The flowers attract butterflies and bees, making it a good choice for a butterfly garden or a bee garden. Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' thrives best in well-draining soil and in a sunny location. This plant is perfect for adding color and life to borders, beds, or flower pots.

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  • No, the plant 'Verbena 'Vegas Lilac'' is not evergreen. It sheds its leaves during the winter period. It is a garden plant that blooms in the summer months.

    Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' is hardy to about -5 degrees Celsius. It is advisable to protect the plant with fleece or mulch during severe frost. In the spring, the plant will sprout and grow again.

    Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' is generally easy to maintain and requires little special care. This plant thrives in well-draining soil and needs regular watering. Pruning after flowering will help the plant to stay healthy.

    Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' needs space to grow into a mature plant. Ensure there is enough space between the plants so they can develop well. Take into account the final size of the plants when planting in the garden.

    Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' thrives best in full sun, but can also grow in partial shade. In the shade, the plant may bloom less and potentially grow less well. It is therefore recommended to place the plant in a sunny spot for the best results.

    The Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' plant needs water about once a week on average. Make sure the soil is moist about 2-3 centimeters deep. Adjust the watering frequency depending on the weather conditions and soil type.

    Yes, Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' attracts butterflies and bees. It draws in these insects because of the nectar in the flowers. So, it is a good choice for a garden that wants to attract butterflies and bees.

    The Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' blooms from June to September. The blooming period lasts about four months.

    Yes, Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' can tolerate full sun. As a garden plant, it prefers a sunny location and this will enhance its blooming and growth. It is important to water the plant regularly during the summer.

    No, Verbena plants are not edible and are not recommended for consumption. It is best to use these plants only for decorative purposes in the garden.

  • Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' is best lightly pruned in the spring to keep the plant compact. Remove dead or damaged branches and trim back the flower stems after blooming to stimulate growth. Excessive pruning can reduce blooming.

    Regularly water the Verbena 'Vegas Lilac', especially during dry periods. Make sure the soil remains moist but not too wet. Avoid leaving the plant in water for extended periods to prevent root rot.

    The plant requires well-draining potting soil with a neutral pH level. It is important to regularly feed with a balanced fertilizer to promote growth. Make sure the potting soil remains moist, but not overly soggy.

    The Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' thrives best in well-draining soil. It is important that the soil is of good quality and does not remain too wet. Ensure a fertile soil with enough nutrients for healthy plant growth.

    Place this plant in a sunny spot in the garden. Make sure the soil is well-drained. Protect the plant from strong winds.

    In winter, it can be useful to apply mulch around the base of the plant to protect the roots from frost. Additionally, you may want to consider covering the plant with a tarpaulin or garden fleece during periods of extreme cold. It is also important to ensure that the plant receives adequate water before the frost sets in.

    The plant needs to be regularly watered, especially during dry periods. Prune the faded flowers regularly to keep the plant healthy. Provide the plant with enough nutrients in the spring and summer.

    For garden plants, it is important to regularly fertilize them with a general fertilizer suitable for flowering plants. This can be done in the spring and during the summer months. Make sure the plant receives enough nutrients to stay healthy and grow well.

    Mulch is important for garden plants like 'Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' because it helps retain moisture, reduce weed growth, and regulate soil temperature. A layer of mulch several centimeters thick is sufficient to provide these benefits. It is recommended to use organic materials such as bark chips, compost, or straw as mulch for garden plants.

    The Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' grows best in a slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH value between 6.0 and 7.0. A too acidic or too alkaline soil can hinder the plant's growth and reduce blooming. It is therefore important to regularly check the pH value of the soil and adjust if necessary.

    To control pests on garden plants, you can use biological pesticides such as neem oil or predatory mites. Regularly checking for pests and manually removing them can also help. Additionally, ensure good air circulation and healthy soil to make the plant more resistant to pests.

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    Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' is a beautiful and colorful plant with flowers in shades of lilac and violet. This plant has a compact growth habit and blooms abundantly during the summer months. The flowers attract butterflies and bees, making it a good choice for a butterfly garden or a bee garden. Verbena 'Vegas Lilac' thrives best in well-draining soil and in a sunny location. This plant is perfect for adding color and life to borders, beds, or flower pots.

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