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Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf'

Also Known As

  • Veronica 'Ulster's Dwarf Blue'
  • Veronica Ulster Blue Dwarf
  • Speedwell

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 10"-12"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf' plant details

Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Intense violet-blue flowers on compact 10-12" tall stems over a long summer-into-fall period make this dramatic for edging, groundcover, or container and a magnet for hummers and butterflies. S/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf' plant

How to Grow Veronica spicata 'Ulster Blue Dwarf'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • lean
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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