Veronica spicata Blue Fox

Scientific Name: Veronica spicata 'Blaufuchs'

Also Known As

Veronica spicata 'Blue Fox'
Blue Fox Spike Speedwell

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Veronica spicata Blue Fox plant details

Veronica spicata Blue Fox is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica spicata Blue Fox

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica spicata Blue Fox

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blue-flowering perennial, forming upright clumps, to 1-2' tall, and spikes of lavender-blue flowers in summer. Food for bees and charm for people. Full sun to part shade in well-drained soil with some summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4.