| Veronica umbrosa 'Georgia Blue' |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Georgia Blue Speedwell has masses of beautiful panicles of blue round flowers with white eyes and royal blue veins rising above the foliage in mid spring, which are most effective when planted in groupings. Its attractive serrated narrow leaves are emerald green in colour. The foliage often turns coppery-bronze in fall.
A lovely combination of showy blossoms and dense low growing foliage; small soft blue saucer shaped blossoms surround the long flowering racemes; an excellent groundcover. Great for a slope!
Georgia Blue Speedwell is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Bloom Time: Spring
Long-Blooming
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Common Name: Creeping Speedwell, Speedwell
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| More About Georgia Blue Veronica |
| Height: 6-8 inches |
Spread: 12-16 inches |
Flower Colour: Blue Shades |
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Veronica provide some of the clearest true blues available in perennials, along with rich purples, pinks, and whites. Neat tidy plants have glossy foliage and will fill in without overpowering. Long-lasting color. Thrives in average well-drained soils. Tolerates light shade. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Drought tolerant when established. As a groundcover, space 2 to 3 ft. apart; closer for faster fill. Control weeds until the plants cover the area. Shear plants just after flowering, for a neat appearance. Feed with an all-purpose fertilizer. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
