Prostrate Speedwell. A dense, mat-forming alpine with narrow bright to mid-green leaves. Short spikes of china 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 ‘Spode Blue’
A dense, mat-forming alpine with narrow bright to mid-green leaves. Short spikes of china blue flowers in early spring to mid-summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Veronica |
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Species | prostrata |
Varietry | 'Spode Blue' |
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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