Narrow-leaved Vervain

Verbena simplex
Verbena angustifolia (synonym)
Narrowleaf Vervain
 
Narrow-leaved Vervain, is a slender, upright perennial wildflower valued for its spikes of small, pale purple flowers that bloom from early to mid-summer. The flowers are a rich nectar source for native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Its narrow leaves and wiry stems give it a delicate appearance, yet it thrives in dry, open habitats such as prairies, roadsides, and limestone outcrops. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, this vervain adds subtle beauty and biodiversity to sunny gardens and restoration projects.
 
Associates:
Try planting this species with Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium), Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum), and Cylindrical Blazing Star (Liatris cylindracea) in dry, sunny habitats.
 
Status in Ontario:
Native to Ontario: Yes
SRank: S4 – Apparently Secure
Species at Risk in Ontario (SARO) Status: Not listed
 
 
Photo Credit: Carl-Adam Wegenschimmel