Verbena simplex

Slender-leaved Vervain

Slender-leaved Vervain has narrow leaves and lavender coloured flowers a third of an inch long. It is a southwestern and midwestern species that is drought tolerant and makes a good rock garden plant.

Height: About 2 feet tall

Sun Requirements: Full to part sun

Water Requirements: Normal to dry

Important Butterfly Larval Host

Common Buckeye – Junonia coenia