Johnsons Verbena Bonariensis Seeds, First year flowering, tall and stylish perennial. Cut back to approx. 30cm tall after flowering to help plants clump up.

For indoor sowing When January to April. Where In trays of seed compost. How Sow thinly, cover with 0.5cm of fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Cover with glass, polythene or propagator lid. Keep at approx. 20-25°C. If germination is erratic, place tray in a refrigerator for 12 weeks, then return to the warmth. Seedlings appear 14-35 days. Care Remove cover when seedlings appear. When large enough transplant 5cm apart in trays. Grow on at approx. 15°C. Gradually acclimatise plants to outside conditions from late May onwards (avoid frosts). Transplant 45cm apart in flowering position. Keep moist and weed free. Flowers July to October, the same year. Cut back to approx. 30cm tall after flowering to help plants clump up.

Slender stems with clusters of small purple flowers that float and move elegantly in the breeze. Perfect for airy border plants. Can be grown as an annual.

Sow time: Jan-Apr
Flowering/Harvesting time: Jul-Oct