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Veronica spicata - Speedwell - A Perennial Flower For Your Garden © 2007Visit Our Online Store.For Perennials and Perennial Seed |
Veronica spicata Family - Scrophulariaceae - Snapdragon Veronica spicata is one of the taller denizens of the perennial garden. It will grow from ten to thirty six inches tall. The Speedwell plants in my southeastern Indiana garden get closer to thirty six inches tall and bloom profusely with a nice blue hue. The only problem I have with this plant is that it tends to grow a bit too tall, falling over in consequence. The flower colors of this cultivar range from blue to white. Pink can also be found. It blooms in mid June for about six to seven weeks here. Speedwell is perennial from USDA Zones 3 - 8 and is native to Eurasia. Many different cultivars of veronica have been hybridized from the original flower species. It does best in full sun in average, well drained, garden soil. Veronica is propagated by cuttings in late spring to early summer. Speedwell will also benefit from division every three to four years. Seed may also be purchased for some varieties. This may be planted in early spring for flowers the following years. Speedwell is a fairly low maintenance perennial flower for the garden. It is fairly free from pests, needing only division every three to four years to keep it vigorous. |
