Veronica repens

Also Known As

Creeping Speedwell

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Veronica repens plant details

Veronica repens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica repens

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica repens

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shiny leaves on a prostrate, almost moss-like, creeping plant with white, lavender-tinged flowers in spring and early summer. There are various creeping veronicas that make great groundcovers and container plants with their attractive foliage and cute purple or blue flowers.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Dark green cushions from a woody base and blue flowers on 10-15cm spikes, a Japanese species these are from Mojmir's private garden. ZONE 5

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Masses of white flowers cover a dense mat of creeping, glossy, light green foliage. Grow in any well-drained soil with regular water. Plant in woodland gardens, along wakways and interplant with spring-blooming bulbs. Tolerates varying amounts of foot traffic.