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Veronica 'Goodness Grows'

Also Known As

  • Veronica alpina 'Goodness Grows'
  • Veronica spicata 'Goodness Grows'
  • Speedwell

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 15"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Veronica 'Goodness Grows' plant details

Veronica 'Goodness Grows' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica 'Goodness Grows'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: dwarf, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica 'Goodness Grows'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected for its tolerance to heat as well as an exceptionally long bloom period--from late spring into fall (if "dead-headed along the way") it will produce its semi-dwarf 1-2' tall spikes of med-blue flowers. Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Veronica 'Goodness Grows' plant

How to Grow Veronica 'Goodness Grows'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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