New England Wild Flower Society

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Verbena urticifolia

white vervain

White vervain stands out with delicate, white flowers and a dramatic, arching form. This plant has tremendous ecological value; the flowers attract a number of pollinators, it is a host plant to insects, and the seeds are eaten by songbirds.  


Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Average
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Host Plant
Attracts Hummingbirds
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Songbirds
Attracts Bees
Tolerance
Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Meadow garden
Rain Garden
Naturalize
Growth Habit
Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


Arthur Haines (c) Arthur Haines
Arthur Haines (c) Arthur Haines
Arthur Haines (c) Arthur Haines
Arthur Haines (c) Arthur Haines
Lawrence Newcomb (c) Native Plant Trust
Lawrence Newcomb (c) Native Plant Trust