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Garden Diary
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Veronica longifolia Blue Giant
Tall Speedwell |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.540.250
(='Blauriesin') One of the tallest selections of Speedwell, making a great display in the summer garden, and exceptional for cutting. Plants form a bushy, upright clump of bright green leaves, bearing long branching spikes of bright violet-blue flowers in midsummer. May require staking to keep plants from flopping. Clumps are easily divided in spring or fall. Flowers are attractive to butterflies.
Further details for
Veronica longifolia Blue Giant
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
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Blue
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Massed
Height
90-100 cm
35-39 inches
Spread
60-70 cm
23-27 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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