Annual Patio Pot Black Hex Charity

Verbena ‘Grape’ and Dichondra ‘Black Pearl’ (often referred to as Black Hex) are popular trailing annuals used for adding texture, color contrast, and spillover effect in hanging baskets, window boxes, and mixed containers. Verbena ‘Grape’ produces clusters of rich purple blooms that attract pollinators and provide continuous color throughout the season. Dichondra ‘Black Pearl’ offers striking, deep purple-black, rounded foliage that creates dramatic contrast and a flowing, cascading effect.

Used together, they create a visually dynamic combination—soft floral color paired with bold, dark foliage—for high-impact container design from spring through fall.

Maintenance: Plant in full sun for best performance and water regularly, allowing the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. After installation, water thoroughly and monitor closely for the first 1–2 weeks, especially in hanging baskets that dry out quickly. Verbena benefits from occasional deadheading to encourage continued blooming, while Dichondra requires minimal care aside from consistent moisture and light trimming if it becomes overly long or leggy.