Verbena officinalis var. grandiflora ‘Bampton’

Discovered in Bampton, Devon, this is a vigorous European variety of our native Vervain, but also with the most attractive red-purple foliage. The long loose heads of mauve-pink flowers open continuously over a long period from Jun to Oct or even November and are a great attraction to butterflies. Sun and well drained soil. Drought tolerant.