Re: Verbena 'Homestead'

> Verbena 'Homestead' was one of my favorite plants last year.  I planted one
> plant and it spread to cover a 3' x 3' area in constant bloom.  However, it is
> not reliably hardy in this area and I was advised to mulch it heavily.   I did
> not do so but it survived our miler than usual Zone 6a winter here in the
> Cincinnati area.  But here's what I find interesting about it this year:

Bummer.  I bought this plant this spring thinking that it would be 
hardier since it's a Verbena canadensis cultivar.  Wonder why it
isn't as tough.

In searching on the Web I've come across some pages that indicate
a need for dry feet in the fall and winter.  Maybe this contributes
to your parent plant's lack of vigor?  Makes mulching hard too, I
bet...

Nice color though -- I love it with my Achillea 'Moonbeam'.

Chris
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