It grows and thrives splendidly. But suddenly it leads a miserable existence: the leaves are attacked by powdery mildew and the flowers wither prematurely. Mistakes in care can be to blame. You can find out what care verbena requires below.

How should verbena be watered and fertilized?

Since verbena prefers to grow in sunny locations, it should be watered regularly there. But don't worry: the herb can cope well with dry soil at times. On the other hand, it does not tolerate waterlogging.

Fertilizers should be used sparingly. Vervain prefers lean to moderately nutritious substrates. In particular, if it grows in a pot or tub on the balcony, it should be fertilized. The fertilizer can be given in the form of liquid fertilizer every two to three weeks. Fertilizing stimulates growth and ensures abundance of flowers.

How to propagate verbena

Vervain likes to multiply by itself. The seeds come from the inconspicuous Klaus fruits. If you want to take the sowing of verbena into your own hands, you should proceed as follows:

  • move at home between February and March
  • Cover seeds lightly with soil
  • they germinate at 20 °C
  • Seedlings appear after 2 to 3 weeks
  • Plant out from May

When should verbena be pruned?

Vervain does not necessarily have to be cut. However, it is recommended to cut off its withered inflorescences. This should be done regularly. Whenever you see wilted inflorescences, cut them off. A few weeks later, new flowers have formed in their place. As a result, the flowering period of verbena lasts longer.

You should also clean the old and dried leaves to keep the plant looking healthy. Last but not least, experts recommend pruning the young plants after sowing. The result is bushier growing plants.

Is it necessary to overwinter verbena?

Verbena is considered sensitive to cold. However, it often survives the winter season. You can overwinter it in a safe place if you want and have planted it in a pot. To do this, cut down the verbena in autumn, take the pot and place it in a dark and cool place such as the basement.

tips and tricks

Time-consuming care can be avoided from the outset by giving the verbena an ideal location.

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Indoor plants