Description
Obsession Apricot Verbena Seeds grow compact annual plants covered in warm apricot-peach flower clusters, often brushed with coral and soft pink. Part of the Obsession series, this verbena is valued for uniform growth, early flowering, heat performance, and months of color in beds, borders, baskets, and containers.
Why Grow It
- Soft apricot-peach clusters with subtle coral and pink tones.
- Compact Obsession series habit, about 6-8 in. tall with a 10-12 in. spread.
- Continuous bloom from spring through frost with good heat and mildew performance.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Verbena hybrida |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Warm-season annual bedding flower |
| Mature height | About 6-8 in. tall with a 10-12 in. spread |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom / harvest window | Spring through frost with regular care |
| Seed count | 25 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Start indoors 8-10 weeks before transplanting or sow in warm conditions. Cover lightly, keep evenly moist, and transplant after frost into warm, well-drained soil. |
| Spacing | Space plants about 10-12 in. apart for edging, baskets, and mass plantings |
| Germination | Often 14-28 days at about 70-75 F with steady moisture |
Best For
- front-of-border edging
- hanging baskets and patio containers
- mass plantings in warm color palettes
- pollinator-friendly annual beds
- mixed containers with apricot and coral tones
Packet Details
Includes 25 seeds. Store seeds cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Use a well-drained mix and avoid waterlogged conditions once plants are established.
FAQ
Is Obsession Apricot verbena compact?
Yes. The source describes compact plants about 6-8 in. tall with a 10-12 in. spread, useful for edging, containers, and baskets.
Does it bloom all season?
With full sun, steady moisture, and regular care, Obsession Apricot can bloom from spring through frost. Trim lightly if plants need refreshing.
Is this good for pollinators?
Yes. Verbena flower clusters are nectar-rich and can attract butterflies and bees to sunny beds and containers.
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