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VERONICA spicata 'Alba'
Commonly known as Spiked speedwell
Clump-forming perennial with narrow spikes of white flowers in summer
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DeciduousLance-shaped to linear, toothed, greyish-green, hairy leaves to 8cm (3in) long
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White
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Height30-60cm (12-24in)
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Spread45cm (18in)
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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 rooting stems. Produces star-shaped flowers in dense, pyramidal, terminal racemes to 30cm (12in) long
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline
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Full sun
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Partial shade
VERONICA spicata 'Alba'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesDowny mildew, powdery mildew, leaf spotPlace of originEurope to Turkey, central and eastern Asia
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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WildlifeBee friendly
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Veronica - Growing Guide
30-60cm (12-24in)
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