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Veronica 'Whitleyi'

Also Known As

  • Whitley's Speedwell
  • Whitleyi Veronica

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2"-4"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

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Veronica 'Whitleyi' plant details

Veronica 'Whitleyi' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, alkaline, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica 'Whitleyi'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, mass-planting

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica 'Whitleyi'

USDA Zones:
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Feathery olive-green leaves, tiny sapphire-blue flowers. Evergreen. Good drainage. Zones 3-9.

Gardening facts about Veronica 'Whitleyi' plant

How to Grow Veronica 'Whitleyi'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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