Veronica Asst
$17.99 / 1G
| Veronica 'Darwin Blue' | |
| Veronica 'Darwin Blue' | |
| Veronica spicata 'Glory', also known as Speedwell, this upright forming perennial produces clumps of dark blue vertical flower spikes in summer. Attracts butterflies and is deer and rabbit resistant. Great perennial for rock gardens and landscapes. Prefers full to part sun. We recommend that you remove spent flowers spikes to encourage additional blooming. FEATURES: Botanical Name: Veronica spicata 'Glory' PP18,932 Common Name: Speedwell Royal Candles Features: Upright Habit, Low Maintenance Bloom Time: Spring - Fall Light Requirements: Full Sun Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds Resists Deer, Rabbits Mature Plant Size: 12 - 18 inches Zone 3 - 9 | |
| Divide and/or transplant in November using Rock Phosphate fertilizer. Cut flowers and foliage to within 2" of soil and add to compost pile. Feed with Flowertone in March. Spray with All-season Oil in May for insect control. Deep-soak with Vitamin B-1 fertilizer every 2 weeks for first 2 summers. Re-mulch in June and January | |
| Attractive border or rock garden | |
| Full to partial sun, well drained soil | |
| Early summer to frost | |
| Dark blue flower spikes | |
| 2' x 2' | |
| 24-30" | |
| Tufted, upright perennial | |
| Fast | |
| Full Sun | |
| -40 to -30 deg. F | |
| Drought, tolerant | |
| Textured emerald green foliage |