VERONICASTRUM virginicum 'Fascination'
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VERONICASTRUM virginicum 'Fascination'
Commonly known as Culver's root
Dense, slender, branched spikes of small, violet-blue flowers
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Downy mildew, powdery mildew, leaf spot -
Place of origin
North America (Ontario to Texas) -
DeciduousLance-shaped to inversely lance-shaped, pointed, toothed, dark green leaves to 15cm (6in) long, in whorls of 3-7
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Blue
Violet blue -
Racemes
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Tubular
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BorderSuits a sunny border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
1.8m (6ft) -
Spread
45cm (18in) -
HerbaceousErect, usually hairless perennial with unbranched stems. Produces flowers 7mm (¼in) long with protruding stamens in slender terminal and axillary racemes
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size1.8m (6ft)
45cm (18in)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Veronicastrum virginicum - Growing Guide
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