Blue Vervain Seeds - Verbena hastata
Heirloom - Non-GMO - Reliable Germination
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Blue Vervain brings life to forgotten corners of the garden with its elegant spikes of blue-violet flowers that rise gracefully up to 6 feet tall, creating striking vertical accents from mid-summer through early fall. This beloved medicinal wildflower has been treasured for generations, with leaves traditionally used for healing teas, making it a valuable addition to herb gardens and natural wellness plots.
Easy to grow and highly versatile, this hardy perennial native plant thrives in challenging wet soils where other plants struggle, making it perfect for rain gardens, pond edges, and naturally moist areas. Its tolerance for clay, loam, and sandy soils combined with deer resistance allows the gardener to enjoy years of graceful blooms and visiting butterflies without a lot of extra upkeep.
Blue Vervain is a beloved pollinator magnet that attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects with an extended bloom period. Its ability to flourish in both full sun and partial shade makes it versatile for various garden settings across North America.
- Traditional medicinal wildflower with centuries of use - leaves can be used in healing teas as a nervine for herbal medicine gardens and natural wellness practices
- Elegant 6-foot spikes of blue-violet flowers bloom from mid-summer through early fall, creating striking vertical interest and graceful movement in the garden
- Exceptional pollinator magnet attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects throughout its extended bloom period, deer and rabbit-resistant
- Transforms wet spots - thrives in boggy conditions where other plants fail, perfect for rain gardens, pond edges, and naturally moist areas across zones 3-8
- Easy to grow - just follow the cold stratification and simple surface sowing instructions in the packet growing guide for successful, low maintenance blooms that return year after year
Blue Vervain Seeds - Verbena hastata
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All of our seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, heirloom varieties with tested germination rates
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Native Perennials Are Worth The Wait!
Native perennials may not bloom in their first year. When planted from seeds, perennials put almost all of their energy into establishing strong, healthy root systems in the first year of growth. In the second year, you should see larger plants and some blooms. After the third year, you will be able to enjoy a bounty of beautiful blooms. Trust us! It will be worth the wait!
Cold Stratification Aids Germination
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Step 1
Lightly moisten some clean sand. Make sure it is not too wet.
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Mix your seeds with the moist sand.
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Store your sand in an airtight container like a zip-top bag. Make sure to label and date your container.
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Refrigerate your sand and seeds for 2 to 4 weeks (or more, depending on the information on your seed packet)
Support Native Habitats
- Supports Local Ecosystems and Biodiversity: Native plants are uniquely adapted to the local climate and soil conditions, forming the foundation of healthy ecosystems. They provide essential food, shelter, and breeding grounds for a wide array of native wildlife, including pollinators like bees and butterflies, birds, and beneficial insects, which helps to maintain and enhance local biodiversity.
- Requires Less Maintenance and Resources: Once established, native plants typically require significantly less water, fertilizer, and pesticides compared to non-native ornamental plants. Their deep root systems improve soil health and water penetration, reducing runoff and erosion, and their natural resistance to local pests and diseases minimizes the need for chemical interventions, saving time, money, and environmental impact.
- Contributes to Climate Resiliency and Conservation: By supporting a healthy native plant community, you are helping to create more resilient landscapes that can better withstand the impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events. Growing native plants also plays a crucial role in conserving local plant genetics, preserving the natural heritage of a region, and providing critical habitat corridors for wildlife facing habitat loss.
- Detailed Growing Information: Paper seed packets include clear planting instructions, germination tips, and seed-saving info, great for beginner or experienced gardeners growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, or native plants.
- Trusted USA Seed Company: Family-owned business providing heirloom, non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds; always fresh, untreated, rigorously tested, and expertly packed for long-term storage and gardening success across all experience levels
Frequently Asked Questions
Are your seeds heirloom and open-pollinated?
Are your seeds heirloom and open-pollinated?
Yes. All of our seeds are heirloom, open-pollinated varieties, which means they can produce seeds that grow true to type and are suitable for seed saving.
You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.
Are your seeds non-GMO?
Are your seeds non-GMO?
Yes. All Survival Garden Seeds are 100% non-GMO. Our seeds are open-pollinated heirloom varieties and are never genetically modified.
Are your seeds treated with chemicals?
Are your seeds treated with chemicals?
No. Our seeds are completely untreated and free from chemical coatings, fungicides, or synthetic treatments.
How do I know my seeds are fresh?
How do I know my seeds are fresh?
Every seed packet includes a packed-for date, and we germination-test each seed lot before packaging to ensure high viability.
What is the shelf life of your seeds?
What is the shelf life of your seeds?
Most seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years or longer when stored properly in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.
In what USDA hardiness zones can I grow your seeds?
In what USDA hardiness zones can I grow your seeds?
Our varieties are selected to grow successfully across USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 10. Each packet includes variety-specific planting guidance and germination tips.
