Herbs, Vervain, Blue - Verbena hastata

This native wildflower grows naturally in moist thickets and meadows and will do well in similar garden conditions, sending up many terminal spikes of bristly blue-violet flower clusters the entire season. Although scraggly, 5–6' plants blend very well with many kinds of flowers by stretching its spikes amongst them. Herbalist Gail Edwards finds it “a powerful spiritual presence” and nervous system tonic. Similar to Verbena officinalis, but more alterative, vervain acts mainly on the liver and lungs. Its roots are more active than its leaves. Likes light well-drained moist soil.

Height: 5-6'

Hardiness: Perennial to zone 3

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