Macdougal Verbena (Verbena Macdougalii) is a perennial herb in the Verbenaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Verbena macdougalii is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant known for its harshly hairy texture, 4-sided stems, and dense, erect spikes of small, blue to purple bilaterally symmetrical flowers.

Macdougal Verbena

Macdougal Verbena

Verbena Macdougalii

Verbena macdougalii is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant known for its harshly hairy texture, 4-sided stems, and dense, erect spikes of small, blue to purple bilaterally symmetrical flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractant, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Macdougal Verbena

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Macdougal Verbena
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Taxonomy

Family:Verbenaceae
Genus:Verbena