Verbena lasiostachys

Western vervain: CA native. Good for erosion control. Attracts butterflies and pollinators. 2-3 ft tall and 4-5 ft wide. This plant has a long bloom period beginning in April and lasting until September. Purple-blue flowers are densely clustered on tall green stalks. Low to medium water. Full sun to part sun. Deer resistant, attracts birds and pollinators. Deciduous.