Speedwell. A dense, mat-forming alpine with glaucous blue leaves. Small pale mauve flowers in summer. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Veronica telephiifolia
A dense, mat-forming alpine with glaucous blue leaves. Small pale mauve flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Veronica |
|---|---|
| Species | telephiifolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Speedwell |
| Flower Colour | mauve |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| 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 | |
| Pruning | |
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