White Vervain Organic Seeds (Verbena urticifolia) – Native wildflower with small white blooms. Supports pollinators and herbal uses. Thrives in moist soils.
Minimum: 25+ Seeds
Enhance your garden with the delicate beauty and ecological benefits of White Vervain! This native wildflower produces graceful spikes of tiny white blooms, attracting a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects. Thriving in moist, partially shaded areas, White Vervain is a low-maintenance perennial that adds a natural, meadow-like charm to your landscape.
Why Grow White Vervain?
🤍 Elegant, Pollinator-Friendly Blooms – Slender spikes of small, star-like white flowers attract bees, butterflies, and moths.
🌿 Native & Beneficial – Supports local ecosystems and improves biodiversity in gardens and wildflower meadows.
🩺 Traditional Herbal Uses – Historically used in herbal remedies for relaxation and wellness.
💧 Thrives in Moist Soils – Prefers damp meadows, woodland edges, and rain gardens.
🌞 Versatile & Hardy – Grows in partial shade to full sun, tolerating various conditions.
Planting & Care Instructions
- Botanical Name: Verbena urticifolia
- Common Name: White Vervain
- Height: 3-6 feet
- Days to Germination: 14-30 days
- Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
- Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
- Soil Preference: Moist, well-draining soils; tolerates clay and loam
- Watering Needs: Prefers consistent moisture but is adaptable once established
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3-8
How to Grow White Vervain from Seed
- Cold Stratification for Best Germination – Store seeds in a moist paper towel inside the refrigerator for 30-60 days before planting.
- Direct Sow or Start Indoors – Sow in early spring or fall in moist, well-draining soil.
- Lightly Cover Seeds – Press into the soil without burying too deeply (needs light to germinate).
- Keep Soil Moist Until Germination – Seeds may take 2-4 weeks to sprout.
- Thin Seedlings to 12-18 Inches Apart – Allow for air circulation and strong growth.
- Enjoy Continuous Blooms – Flowers appear in midsummer and last into early fall.
How to Use White Vervain in Your Garden
🦋 Pollinator Gardens – A nectar-rich favorite for bees, butterflies, and moths.
🌾 Meadows & Naturalized Areas – Blends beautifully in wildflower meadows.
💧 Rain Gardens & Damp Areas – Thrives in moist, low-lying areas.
🍃 Herbal Gardens – Historically valued for medicinal and wellness purposes.
⚠️ Note: White Vervain is a vigorous grower and can self-seed. To prevent spreading, cut back spent flower spikes before seeds mature.
Support Pollinators & Add Native Beauty to Your Garden! 🌿🤍
White Vervain is the perfect addition for wildlife-friendly landscapes, offering delicate blooms, ecological benefits, and herbal uses.