Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue)

Enjoy Masses of Deep Blue Blooms with Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue) Seeds

Introducing Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue), a fantastic newer introduction known for its compact, heavily blooming, upright, and spreading growth habit. Spreading Verbena Blue produces extra-large, solid mid-blue (deep-blue) flower heads in abundance on its spreading plants. The very divided, fern-like foliage reaches a height of 8-10 inches and spreads impressively to 16-20 inches across. Highly heat-loving and drought-tolerant once established.

Extra-Large, Solid Mid-Blue Flower Heads

The standout feature of Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue) is its huge and intensely blue flower heads. The solid, mid-blue hue is rich and captivating, creating a striking visual impact whether planted in the ground or overflowing from containers.

Compact and Spreading Habit with Fern-Like Foliage

Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue) offers a desirable combination of an upright yet spreading habit, making it versatile for various landscaping uses. The finely divided, fern-like foliage provides an attractive backdrop to the profusion of blue flowers, adding textural interest even when not in bloom.

Heat and Drought Tolerant for Easy Summer Color

Once established, Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue) is remarkably heat-loving and drought-tolerant, making it a reliable choice for sunny gardens, even in warmer climates and drier conditions. Enjoy continuous blooms throughout the summer with minimal fuss.

Ideal for Groundcovers, Rock Gardens, Walls, and Containers

Verbena Hybrida (Tuscany Blue) is perfect for various garden applications. Use it near the front of borders to create a vibrant edge, let it cascade beautifully over rocks in rock gardens, or allow it to spill elegantly over walls.

Specific Germination Instructions Requiring Darkness (Pre-Chilling Recommended)

Starting Indoors: Sow seeds just under the surface of moist soil and water gently. Then, crucially, cover the container and keep it in a completely dark location, as darkness is required for germination. Maintain continuous moisture. An ideal temperature for germination is 20-22°C. Germination can be somewhat variable, taking anywhere from 21 to 50 days.

Some growers have found success by pre-chilling the seeds: Wrap seeds in a moist paper towel, place the paper towel in a zip-lock bag, and refrigerate for 7 days before sowing. After chilling, sow in cell packs or flats using a sterilized, soil-less packaged mix. Maintain slightly moist to almost dry soil conditions – avoid overwatering. Press seeds lightly into the soil and cover very lightly.

• Flower Color: Solid mid-blue (deep-blue)
• Flower Size: Extra-large heads
• Plant Height: 8-10 inches
• Spread: 16-20 inches
• Foliage: Very divided, fern-like
• Location: Full sun
• Heat Tolerance: High
• Drought Tolerance: Good (once established)
• Sowing (Indoors): Sow just under the surface, keep in complete darkness
• Germination Time: 21-50 days
• Pre-Chilling (Recommended): 7 days in a moist paper towel in the refrigerator
• Soil Moisture for Germination: Slightly moist to almost dry
• Watering: Moderate, good drainage