speedwell
Veronica peduncularis
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 6 inches tall6 to 12 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White with pink veins cultivars dark blue
- Foliage color
- Brown/copper, green
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Speedwell (Veronica peduncularis) is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It spreads at a moderate pace and stays 3 to 6 inches tall. The evergreen leaves are green with brown or copper tones, and butterflies visit the spring and summer blooms.
Pairs well with Heather, Greig's tulip, and Karl Foerster feather reed grass.
Native range
Southeastern Russia, southern Ukraine, Caucasus, and Asia Minor.