Verbena is a heat-loving, butterfly-magnet annual that covers itself with clusters of tiny flowers all season long — ideal for hot spots and containers.
Zone 11A has a very long growing season with mild winters. Many crops can be grown nearly year-round with successive plantings.
Good companions: lantana, marigolds, petunias
Avoid planting near: Shade and wet conditions
Ornamental; deadhead regularly to maintain bloom production
USDA Hardiness Zone 11A has an average last spring frost around Jan 1 and first fall frost around Dec 31. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.