{"product_id":"verbena-bonariensis-flair-purple-vervain-very-compact","title":"Verbena bonariensis Flair | Purple Vervain | Very Compact","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVerbena bonariensis Flair | Purple Vervain\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerbena bonariensis Flair\u003c\/strong\u003e is a modern, compact form of purple vervain with \u003cstrong\u003ebright violet, rounded flower clusters held above well-branched plants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional tall Verbena bonariensis, Flair has been selected for a \u003cstrong\u003emore compact and controlled habit\u003c\/strong\u003e, reaching approximately \u003cstrong\u003e65 cm in height and 40 cm in width\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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June to late October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Containers, flower beds, borders and landscape planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Verbena bonariensis Flair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact habit • Bright violet flowers • Excellent branching • Strong colour impact • Long flowering season • Ideal for large pots • Excellent for borders and landscape planting • Attractive airy structure • Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Compact Verbena bonariensis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Verbena bonariensis can become tall and open, making it better suited to large borders and naturalistic planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlair offers the same elegant flower colour and airy appearance in a \u003cstrong\u003eshorter, more compact plant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e65 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is much easier to use in smaller gardens, containers and structured planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts natural compactness also means that \u003cstrong\u003epinching and growth regulators are generally unnecessary for home gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBright Violet Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlair produces attractive \u003cstrong\u003erounded clusters of vivid violet-purple flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strong colour remains visible from a distance and contrasts beautifully with green foliage and softer pastel flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blooms are held above the foliage, giving the plants a light and airy appearance even though the growth itself is compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Pots and Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its naturally compact growth, Flair is particularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003elarge pots and mixed containers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works beautifully as a vertical accent among lower-growing flowers and foliage plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Pots • Patio Containers • Mixed Containers • Flower Beds • Borders • Landscape Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent for Naturalistic Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerbena bonariensis is widely appreciated for the way its flowers seem to float above surrounding plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlair keeps this elegant quality while offering a more manageable height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines beautifully with ornamental grasses, cosmos, echinacea, rudbeckia, zinnias and other summer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong Flowering Season\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder suitable growing conditions, Flair can flower from approximately \u003cstrong\u003eJune until late October\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm temperatures, plenty of light and long summer days encourage earlier and more abundant flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants continue producing new flowers throughout the season when regularly watered and fed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSowing Guide – Step by Step\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. When to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor flowering during summer, sow indoors in \u003cstrong\u003elate winter or spring\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom sowing to a finished flowering plant, allow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e16–18 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Prepare the Seed Tray\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003efine, clean and well-drained seed-starting substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slightly acidic growing medium with a pH around \u003cstrong\u003e5.8–6.2\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisten the substrate before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Sowing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 seeds per plug or cell\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover the seeds \u003cstrong\u003elightly with vermiculite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike begonias, Verbena bonariensis Flair does \u003cstrong\u003enot require light for germination\u003c\/strong\u003e, so a light covering is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Germination Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain a temperature of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e22–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e during the first stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first seedlings usually begin to appear after around \u003cstrong\u003e10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter germination and root emergence, reduce the temperature gradually to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Moisture During Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the growing medium \u003cstrong\u003econsistently moist during the first 10 days or until roots begin to develop\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter this stage, gradually allow the substrate to dry slightly more between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerbena prefers to grow somewhat drier once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not allow young plants to dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Humidity and Ventilation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh humidity is useful during the first germination stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter seedlings emerge, gradually reduce humidity and provide \u003cstrong\u003egood ventilation and air circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid consistently humid and stagnant conditions, which can encourage fungal diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Light After Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight is not essential for the actual germination process, but good light becomes important once seedlings emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace young plants in a \u003cstrong\u003ebright location\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong light helps produce compact, sturdy and uniform seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8. Transplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the seedlings have developed several true leaves and a strong root system, transplant them into individual pots or larger containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-drained, fertile growing substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle young roots carefully during transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter transplanting, grow the plants in bright conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround \u003cstrong\u003e16–18°C during the day\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable at the beginning of this stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly cooler night temperatures help maintain compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the plants develop, cooler conditions can help keep them sturdy, but \u003cstrong\u003eVerbena bonariensis does not tolerate frost\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight and 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