Veronica whitleyi
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Veronica whitleyi
Whitley's Speedwell |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.540.400
Several selections of Speedwell are well suited to the rock garden, or for edging in the sunny border. This species forms a mat of feathery olive-green leaves, bearing tiny sapphire-blue flowers that nestle on the stems in late spring. Makes a colourful and drought tolerant groundcover or lawn substitute. Plants will often will repeat bloom in late summer or fall. Easily divided by ripping pieces of the clump apart in spring or fall. Evergreen.
Further details for
Veronica whitleyi
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Blue
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Alpine & Rock
Containers
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Ground Cover
Massed
Flower Head Size
Very Small
Height
5-10 cm
2-4 inches
Spread
30-60 cm
12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
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