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Rose Verbena
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Rose Verbena

Glandularia canadensis

Honeybees forage on Rose Verbena for nectar and pollen during its main summer bloom, peaking in June-July to support colony needs in mid-season. This low-growing perennial forms mats in sunny, dry sites and self-seeds prolifically, potentially requiring occasional thinning to prevent overcrowding. It tolerates drought but may act as an annual in colder northern zones.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
BloomMay–August
USDA zones5-9
TypePerennial
Sunfull
NativeEastern North America
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