Speedwell. An erect alpine with whitish, softly hairy green leaves. Spikes of intense blue flowers from mid to late summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Veronica wormskjoldii
An erect alpine with whitish, softly hairy green leaves. Spikes of intense blue flowers from mid to late summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Veronica |
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Species | wormskjoldii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Speedwell |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Scrophulariaceae |
Spread | 10cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, white |
Flowers From | July, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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