Foliage is dark red, almost black, with an iridescent bright cherry center. Few flower spikes are produced. Homestead Purple' verbena is a vigorously growing, prolific flowering perennial plant that has performed great in Louisiana trials over the last three years. This verbena produces deep rich purple flowers and blooms early. A Georgia Gold Medal Winner in 1994, 'Homestead Purple' verbena maintains a ground cover growth habit.
Plants come back year after year.
We recommend pruning back plants occasionally to force new stem and flower production. Butterflies are highly attracted to 'Homestead Purple' verbena, and it is a great, low-growing, plant for full sun.