Vanessa™ White Improved Verbena

Vanessa™ White Improved is a white-flowered Verbena hortensis selection with a semi-trailing habit. Danziger lists it for pots, hanging baskets, ground cover and landscape plantings, with a mature height of 8–12 inches and a 14–18-inch spread. [Vanessa™ White Improved](https://www.danzigeronline.com/catalog/annuals/vanessa-white-imp/) ### Garden placement Use its spreading stems at the edge of a container, basket or sunny border. The breeder describes single, medium-sized flowers, early flowering, and color that remains vibrant through summer heat. The published dimensions are useful when allowing room for neighboring plants or arranging mixed containers. ### General verbena care The RHS recommends full sun and well-drained soil for verbenas, and notes that their flowers attract bees and butterflies. Its guidance also describes summer-long color in borders, containers and hanging baskets. [RHS growing guide](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/verbena/growing-guide) ## Maintenance Water after planting while roots establish, then check the soil and water when it begins to dry. Container plants may need more frequent checks in warm, dry weather. Keep drainage open and trim lightly if stems extend beyond their allotted space.