Brooklime. An aquatic perennial with fleshy mid-green leaves. Upright stems of blue flowers from late spring to late summer. Max Height 10cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Veronica beccabunga
An aquatic perennial with fleshy mid-green leaves. Upright stems of blue flowers from late spring to late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Veronica |
|---|---|
| Species | beccabunga |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Brooklime |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Heavy |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Creeping |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Pond |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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