Skip to Content
Home / Perennials / New Perennial Plants / Lollipop Purpletop Vervain

Lollipop Purpletop Vervain

SALE | SAVE 15%
SKU: AM022086
Choose a Size:
Buy in Bulk & Save!
plant - 3" pot
$10.65$9.05
tray of 16 $8.55/plant
$160.98$136.83
Shipping:
Shipping begins the week of March 17th, 2025
Overview

• Dense clusters of purple flowers make Purpletop Vervain 'Lollipop' an outstanding addition to the perennial border or naturalistic meadowscape
• Grown as a perennial or as an annual, 'Lollipop' is excellent for cut flowers, or planting in drifts throughout grasses or other perennials, with its compact yet airy habit
Tolerates both deer and rabbit browsing as well as occasional drought

key features
Botanical Name
Verbena bonariensis 'Lollipop'
Advantages
Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Naturalizes, Cut Flowers, Mass Plantings
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11
Annual in colder zones
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist / Wet
Mature Height
12-24" tall
Mature Spread
12-24" wide
Bloom Time
Early summer to frost
SKU
AM022086

Description

Purpletop Vervain, or Verbena bonariensis, is a striking ornamental plant known for its slender stems topped with clusters of small, vibrant purple flowers. From South America, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and prairie-style plantings. The airy, open habit of Purpletop Vervain allows it to blend seamlessly with other plants, providing color and texture without overwhelming its companions.

The flowers are a magnet for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, making it a valuable addition to any pollinator-friendly garden. Despite its beauty and benefits, gardeners should be aware that Purpletop Vervain can be invasive in certain regions. In parts of the southeastern United States, such as Florida and Georgia, it has been known to spread aggressively, particularly in wetland areas. It has also been noted in California and Oregon as a variety of potential concern. To prevent unwanted spreading, it is advisable to deadhead the flowers before they set seed or to grow the plant in contained areas.

Overall, Purpletop Vervain is a low-maintenance plant that offers both aesthetic and ecological benefits. Its long blooming period, from mid-summer to fall, ensures a continuous display of color. However, gardeners should consider local guidelines and potential invasiveness before planting it in their landscapes.