Verbena Hastata: Benefits, How to Plant, Grow & Care For Swamp Verbena

Swamp verbena (Verbena hastata) is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant from the Verbenaceae family native to areas in the Great Lakes region of North America, including parts of Canada and various states in the US.

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This story will cover some of the health benefits, native habitats, wildlife, propagating, growing, and other useful tips about verbena hastata.

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Uses, Benefits & Facts

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Climate, Hardiness & Growth

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Propagating & Planting Verneba Hastata

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Care

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