VERONICA

Commonly known as Speedwell

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Speedwells.

Genus of about 250 species of annuals, perennials and mostly deciduous subshrubs, some of them rhizomatous. Also includes some marginal aquatics.

They are found in swamps and moist meadows and grassland or in open woodland to dry, sunny meadows, rocky hills and scree, mainly in Europe.

There are 15 or more species native to the UK, plus a couple of introductions which are spreading.

Includes common speedwell, V. officinalis, used historically for a variety of complaints, brooklime, V. beccabunga, an aquatic and V. spicata, the very rare spiked speedwell.

 

Further Reading....
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Annuals, perennials and mostly deciduous subshrubs
  • Additional Features
    Place of origin
    Europe
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
Veronica - Growing Guide

Buy Varieties of VERONICA

VERONICA gentianoides

VERONICA gentianoides

Speedwell

dainty light blue spikes

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VERONICA prostrata 'Trehane'

VERONICA prostrata 'Trehane'

Speedwell

mat-forming perennial with yellow-green leaves and deep blue flowers

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Available late spring to early summer 2024 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
VERONICA spicata 'Alba'

VERONICA spicata 'Alba'

Spiked speedwell

clump-forming perennial with narrow spikes of white flowers in summer

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VERONICA spicata 'Glory'

VERONICA spicata 'Glory'

Spiked speedwell

('Royal Candles'). Deep blue flower spikes throughout the summer on compact, hardy plants

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VERONICA spicata 'Rotfuchs'

VERONICA spicata 'Rotfuchs'

Spiked speedwell

('Red Fox') - a clump-forming perennial with very deep pink flower spikes only growing 12-15 inches in height

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Useful extras...

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Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
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Afterplant - Tomatoes
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries. It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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