Prostrate Speedwell. A dense, mat-forming alpine with narrow bright to mid-green leaves. Short spikes of pale to deep blue flowers in early spring to mid-summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Veronica prostrata
A dense, mat-forming alpine with narrow bright to mid-green leaves. Short spikes of pale to deep blue flowers in early spring to mid-summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Veronica |
|---|---|
| Species | prostrata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Prostrate Speedwell |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
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