Swamp Verbena

Swamp Verbena (Verbena hastata) is a striking native wildflower that thrives in wetter soils where many garden plants falter. With its tall, elegant spires of purple blooms that rise above narrow, lance-shaped leaves, it creates a natural vertical accent in borders, meadows, or near pond edges. The flowers open gradually from the bottom up, ensuring a long-lasting display that draws in bees, butterflies, and other pollinators all summer long.

This hardy perennial has an untamed, meadow-like charm that makes it perfect for naturalized plantings or pollinator gardens. Though it prefers consistently moist soil, it rewards with vibrant color and strong wildlife value, all while resisting browsing from deer. Whether you’re building a pollinator-friendly corner or want to bring more texture and life to a rain garden, Swamp Verbena offers a reliable splash of late-season color and movement.