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Veronica porphyriana

Also Known As

  • Speedwell

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

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Veronica porphyriana plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica porphyriana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica porphyriana

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With vibrant blue-violet flower spires, a well-groomed low growing appearance and exceptional cold hardiness, this hard-to-find reliable Siberian beauty captivates gardeners and butterflies alike. A slowly creeping dense mat of compact, somewhat round-tipped and widely toothed forest green leaves supports electrifying blooms all summer long and makes a resilient nofuss contender for a well-drained rockery, pathway or trough garden.

Gardening facts about Veronica porphyriana plant

How to Grow Veronica porphyriana

  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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