Verbena 'Homestead Purple' has vibrant purple blooms throughout the summer that cover the plant in abundance. This plant has dark green foliage that covers the entire plant quickly. Verbena loves regular watering and soil with good drainage. It can be dampened by excessive moisture and overcrowding.Without optimum conditions, it can behave more like a yearly or biannual. Despite its resilience to drought, Homestead Purple needs to be watered weekly for optimal performance. The plant can be pruned at any time during the growing season. You should wait until Spring to begin pruning after the plant has gone dormant. Mature height 12"-18", spread 24"-36."