Tukana® Scarlet Star Verbena hybrid
"A Real Simple magazine Top 10 goofproof Plant"
Features
large scarlet and white flowers throughout the season. Excellent in combinations.
Characteristics
Plant Needs
Use in hanging baskets, window boxes, landscaping and combination planters.
Self-cleaning, no deadheading necessary.
While always great in containers they are also fantastic in landscape beds. They can tolerate dry soils and lower fertility. Normally either an application of slow release fertilizer or amending with compost is enough to keep them happy and blooming in landscape beds. They shouldnt need to be trimmed back but can be given a haircut a trim back using a sharp pair of scissors or pruning shears at any time. While naturally well branched, trimming them back will encourage additional branching, fuller plants, and ultimately more flowers. I usually give them a very slight trim as I am transplanting to boost branching.
A yearly application of fertilizer or compost on garden beds and regular fertilization of plants in pots will help ensure the best possible performance.
| Award Year | Award | Plant Trial |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Top Performer | Longwood Gardens |
| 2009 | Top Performer | Kansas State University |
| 2009 | Top Performer | Kansas State University |
| 2009 | Top Performer | Longwood Gardens |
| 2008 | Top Performer in Ground | Kansas State University |
| 2008 | Top Performer | Oklahoma State University Botanical Gardens |
| 2008 | Gold Medal | Ohio State University Extension - Springfield |
| 2008 | Most Consumer Appeal | Oregon State University |
| 2008 | Top Performer | Longwood Gardens |
| 2008 | Most Consumer Appeal | Oregon State University |
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Color SchemeVibrant MixExposureSunPot Size12 Inches
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Color SchemePatrioticExposureSunPot Size14 Inches
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Color SchemeEarth TonesExposureSunPot Size14 Inches









