Blue Charm spiked speedwell
Veronica spicata 'Blue Charm'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Blue Charm' spiked speedwell (Veronica spicata 'Blue Charm') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, pollinator gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, loamy soil. It blooms from early to late summer and attracts butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. It forms a clumping mound 12 to 18 inches tall and wide.
Pairs well with Lemon Chiffon peony, Hansa rose, Little Hottie panicle hydrangea, and Ring of Fire sunflower.