Veronica spicata (Herbaceous Veronica)

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Type	Herbaceous flower, Deciduous, Flowering
Form	Upright Taller-Growing Clump
Size	Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours	Light blue Flowers (Summer), Medium green Foliage
Care	Regular Maintenance Required
Hardiness	Frost hardy
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Veronica spicata - Cultivation Notes

This tough low growing herbaceous perennial can be planted in sandy fertile well drained soil in full sun ideally at the front of the border where it can be appreciated. Cut back in autumn and divide tired clumps to propagate. Mulch occasionally.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Veronica spicata:

Suitable for container growing

Weaknesses of Veronica spicata

Invasive top growth
Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils

Design & Plant Use for Veronica spicata:

Summer flowering plant suitable for drift planting
Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting

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plants for pots and containers
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flowering border plants

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Common Missspellings: Varonica, Veronika, Veronicka