Annuals

Verbena 'RIKA18302M'

Superbena® Stormburst verbena

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners.

Violet and white striped flower clusters cover spreading stems above green foliage. This vigorous verbena spills over baskets and mixed planters or fills the front of a sunny border. Its extended bloom season keeps summer displays colorful into fall.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part sun (4+ hours)
Mature size: 6–12 in. tall × 18–30 in. wide
Water: Moderate; let soil dry slightly between waterings
Hardiness: USDA 8–11; grown as an annual locally
Bloom: Violet and white striped; late spring–frost

Sizes & prices

4.5''$5.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Generally resistant; not browse-proof.
Drought: Some tolerance once established; avoid severe wilting.
Wet soil: Avoid saturated soil.
Heat: Tolerant.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies

Seasonal interest

Garden uses: Baskets, mixed containers, edging and seasonal groundcover.
Habit: Mounding and trailing.

Growing & care

Planting: Plant after frost in well-drained soil.
Soil: Choose containers if garden soil stays soggy after rain.
Feeding: Feed every 10–14 days at label rates.
Deadheading: Not needed.
Pruning: Trim up to 20% from stem tips midseason for a fuller plant.
Flower color: Occasional solid-color or striped reversions can occur. Trim those stems if you prefer a uniform display.

Sources & photo credits

Proven Winners

Photo: Proven Winners · Retail promotion with attribution

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.