The Verbena plant offers diverse varieties, from spreading groundcovers to airy, upright perennials. Celebrated for their long bloom season, these versatile plants add continuous color. Many common types, like Verbena hybrida, are grown as annuals, while others such as Verbena bonariensis are hardy perennials, adapting to various garden designs and climates worldwide.

Verbena flowers are typically small, five-petaled, and densely packed into charming clusters or spikes. They come in an extensive array of colors: vibrant purples, pinks, reds, whites, and blues, often with contrasting eyes. These abundant blooms attract pollinators like butterflies and bees, adding lively movement to the garden. Foliage varies by type, from finely cut and lacy to broader leaves.

Verbena plants are largely low-maintenance, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. They are particularly valued for their exceptional heat and drought tolerance, making them ideal for hot, dry climates or containers. Depending on the variety, Verbena can be used effectively in hanging baskets, rock gardens, as cheerful groundcovers, or as wispy, vertical accents in mixed borders, providing reliable beauty.