VERONICA
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VERONICA
Commonly known as Speedwell
All Flower APR-JUN
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.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Downy mildew, powdery mildew, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Europe. Garden origin -
DeciduousLinear-oblong to ovate, toothed, bright to mid-green leaves to 2.5cm (1in) long
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Blue
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Saucer-shaped
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Gold/yellow
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Height
15cm (6in) -
Spread
40cm (16in)
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Alpine or rock plantThese plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit.
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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 with short, branched, decumbent stems. Produces flowers on erect, terminal, spike-like racemes 2-4cm (¾-1½in) 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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
