Burvine
Verbena urticifolia
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CT and 34 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Burvine is a tall, upright perennial that produces small white flowers in slender spikes from June through September. This native wildflower has a somewhat sparse, open growth habit and can reach up to 4 feet tall with narrow, toothed leaves.
In an HOA neighborhood
Burvine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Tall, sparse growth appears weedy to many
- Small inconspicuous flowers lack ornamental impact
- Open structure doesn't provide neat garden appearance
Wildlife value
The long blooming period provides nectar for bees, butterflies, and beetles throughout the summer and fall. The extended flowering season makes it particularly valuable for late-season pollinators when other flowers are fading.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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