Verbena Seeds – Moss Groundcover

Verbena Seeds – Moss Groundcover Variety produce a beautiful, low-growing plant admired for its dense, carpet-like spread and clusters of small, colorful blossoms. This versatile variety of verbena is ideal for covering large areas, slopes, and garden edges, creating a lush, vibrant ground cover that blooms from spring through fall.

Moss Verbena thrives in warm, sunny conditions and is known for its drought tolerance once established, making it perfect for low-maintenance landscapes. Its long-lasting flowers attract butterflies and beneficial insects, adding both beauty and ecological balance to your garden.

Features:

• Type: Perennial ground cover (grown as annual in cooler climates)

• Common Name (US): Verbena

• Variety: Moss Groundcover

• Flower Colors: Purple, pink, or lavender tones

• Growth Habit: Spreading, mat-forming

• Height: 4–6 inches (10–15 cm)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Bloom Time: Late spring through fall

• Special Feature: Attracts butterflies; excellent for erosion control and ground coverage

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer after frost

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 7–11 (annual in Zones 5–6)

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after last frost or start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Germination Temperature: 70–75°F (21–24°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 4–6 inches (10–15 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (5–6): May to September

  • Mid Zones (7–8): April to October

  • Southern Zones (9–11): March to November

• Maintenance: Low; trim lightly after blooms fade to encourage continuous flowering

• Uses: Ground cover, rock gardens, borders, slopes, hanging baskets, and containers