Veronica spicata
Also Known As
- Veronica spicata subsp. spicata
- Spike Speedwell
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Veronica spicata plant details
Veronica spicata 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 spicata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica spicata
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Compact bushy plants a couple feet tall with narrow, densely packed spikes of dark blue flowers. Probably the most commonly grown species of veronica. Zone 3
Gardening facts about Veronica spicata plant
How to Grow Veronica spicata
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
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Veronica for your garden
aka Veronica spicata 'Novaversky', Speedwell, Veronica 'Moody Blues Blue Sky'
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"
Width: 12"
- sun
- regular
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Scientific Name: Veronica 'Silver Anniversary'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 15"-24"
Width: 20"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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