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Veronica rotunda

Also Known As

  • Spike Speedwell

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Veronica rotunda plant details

Veronica rotunda is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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 rotunda

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica rotunda

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense spikes of tiny lavender-blue flowers. Not common, and lovely. Zone 5.

Gardening facts about Veronica rotunda plant

How to Grow Veronica rotunda

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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