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Heath Speedwell (Veronica officinalis)

Heath Speedwell (Veronica officinalis) is a low-growing perennial herb with a creeping habit, featuring small, oval leaves and spikes of pale blue to lavender flowers.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Flowers best in full sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently during dry spells.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Tolerates a range from 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to deciduous in colder climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Veronica carquejana Samp.
Veronica dryadis Schur
Veronica hirsuta Hopkirk
Veronica muelleriana Vest
Veronica setigera D.Don
Veronica spadana Lej.
Veronica subarctica Schur
Veronica tournefortii (Vill.) F.W.Schmidt
Veronica vadiniensis R.Alonso, Lence, López Pach., Puente & Penas
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusVeronica
  • speciesVeronica officinalis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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