50 Glandularia bipinnatifida Seeds Dakota Vervain Native Wildflower Purple Blooms
Glandularia bipinnatifida, commonly known as Dakota Vervain, is a hardy native wildflower found across the central United States. It forms low, spreading mounds of finely cut green foliage topped with clusters of small purple to lavender flowers that bloom over a long season. Its trailing habit and long bloom period make it a valuable choice for native plant gardens, pollinator areas, and low-maintenance landscapes.
Dakota Vervain works well in prairie plantings, rock gardens, border edges, and containers where its spreading stems can trail attractively. The purple flower clusters appear from late spring into fall, providing season-long color and interest. It tolerates heat and dry conditions once established, making it a dependable groundcover in sunny, well-drained sites. Combine it with other native perennials for a naturalistic planting.
Species: Glandularia bipinnatifida
Type: Perennial wildflower
Plant_Habit: Low spreading, mat-forming
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy
Zones: 5 to 9
Germination: 14 to 30 days with light and moisture
Sowing: Surface sow, press into soil, do not bury deeply
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches
Notes: Native to central US; drought tolerant once established