Botanical Name: Verbena x hybrida Sun Exposure: Full Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained Soil pH: Acidic, neutral (5.8-7.2) Garden verbena can grow in an upright, mounding, or trailing form. Look for baskets labeled "trailing verbena" or that have flowers dangling over the sides. Verbena does not like to be overwatered; let the top inch or 2 of soil dry out between waterings.