DARWINS BLUE SPEEDWELL
VERONICA SPI DARWINS BLUE
Veronica spicata 'Darwins Blue' PP13070
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DARWINS BLUE SPEEDWELL
Veronica spicata 'Darwin's Blue' is a reliable, high-performance perennial that brings a punch of deep, electric blue color to the summer landscape. It is well-regarded for its compact, bushy habit, typically growing to about 3 to 4 feet in height with a similar spread. Its foliage is a rich, dark green that provides a clean, refined backdrop for the prolific spikes of violet-blue flowers that emerge in early summer. Its uniform, upright nature and tendency to produce secondary blooms if deadheaded make it a favorite for gardeners who value consistency and long-lasting floral impact. The spikes are highly attractive to butterflies and bees, making it not just a visual anchor for the front of the border, but a functional benefit to the local pollinator population.
Veronica 'Darwins Blue' thrives in full sun to maintain its tight, upright form and maximize floral production. It enjoys well-draining, fertile soil; avoid heavy, waterlogged sites, as these are highly likely to induce crown rot. It is an ideal candidate for the front of a perennial border or as a repeating element in a mass planting, where its vertical spikes can act as a rhythmic counterpoint to mounding neighbors.
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con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
