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VERONICA gentianoides
Commonly known as Speedwell
Dainty light blue spikes
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
Leaf spot, powdery and downy mildew. -
Place of origin
Ukraine, north and central Turkey, Caucasus. -
Blue
Light blue -
Cup-shapedShallowly cup-shaped
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Fully hardy
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Height
45cm (18in) -
Spread
45cm (18in) -
Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Mat-forming perennial. Basal rosettes of broadly lance-shaped, thick, dark-green leaves to 8cm (3in) long. Produces flowers in erect, terminal racemes 8-25cm (3-10in) long.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size45cm (18in)
45cm (18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenRockery (inc alpine)Town garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilLoamy soil preferred
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
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