Verbena x 'Quartz Burgundy'
Verbena
Type Annual
Height 6" to 10" / 15cm to 25cm
Spread 12" to 15" / 30cm to 40cm
Growth rate Fast
Form Spreading or horizontal
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun
Bloom Color Red
Bloom Time Spring through Fall
Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.
Leaf Color Green
Culture Notes 'Quartz Burgundy' is a Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner, as well as a 1999 All-America Selections winner. In addition to the many fine attributes that earned it these awards, it also seems to be tolerant of powdery mildew.
Verbenas are becoming increasingly more popular as garden plants for sunny spots. Bigger flowers, more expansive growth and increasing floridity have increased their appeal. 'Quartz Burgundy' is especially attractive as its deep wine-red color with small white eyes contrast so effectively with the light natural colors that are currently popular in both the home and garden. While a striking display can be achieved in combination, for instance, with the soft pink shades of the Nicotiana 'Havana Appleblossom' (a 1995 Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner), a pot of single color on the patio or balcony is also superb.
The Quartz series has become very popular in a short time, due mainly to the germination capacity. The reliability of the seed is especially important for the professional grower and, in contrast to the older Verbena varieties, it is no longer necessary to sow three seeds per pot or plug. Thanks to the 85% germination, double sowing in the 'Quartz' series is a thing of the past.
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