Geranium_gem's Garden
Veronica spicata Royal Candles
Genus: Veronica.
Species: Veronica spicata.
Veronica spicata Royal Candles 'Glory' (PBR)
H 0.3m x S 0.25m
Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: June to August
Flower colour: deep blue-purple
Hardiness: fully hardy
Dense, slender spires of star-shaped, deep blue-purple flowers from June to August above hairy, toothed green leaves. This marvellous speedwell is guaranteed to create an impact at the front of a mixed or herbaceous border. To thrive it requires a well-drained soil as plants that become water logged over winter are unlikely to survive.
Garden care: Remove faded flower-stems in autumn. Apply a generous 5-7cm mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring.
Bought May 2013
