How much sun does Texas Verbena need?

Texas Verbena grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Texas Verbena bloom?

Texas Verbena blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Where is Texas Verbena native?

Texas Verbena (Verbena halei) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 8 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Texas Verbena attract?

Texas Verbena draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.

Is Texas Verbena HOA-friendly?

Texas Verbena is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Texas Verbena

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Verbena halei

Last reviewed: October 2026

Toxicity unknown

Texas Verbena (Verbena halei) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

AL, AR, FL, GA and 8 more states

Pollinators

butterflies, bees, nectar insects

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Texas Verbena is a low-growing native perennial that produces clusters of small purple flowers from spring through fall. This drought-tolerant plant forms a compact mound and requires minimal water once established, making it ideal for water-wise landscapes.

In an HOA neighborhood

Texas Verbena is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The long blooming period attracts butterflies, bees, and other nectar-feeding insects throughout most of the growing season. This makes it an excellent pollinator plant for native garden areas.

Common questions

How much sun does Texas Verbena need?: Texas Verbena grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Texas Verbena bloom?: Texas Verbena blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Texas Verbena native?: Texas Verbena (Verbena halei) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 8 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Texas Verbena attract?: Texas Verbena draws butterflies, bees, and nectar insects.
Is Texas Verbena HOA-friendly?: Texas Verbena is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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