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Spiked Speedwell (Veronica spicata)

Spiked Speedwell (Veronica spicata) is a hardy perennial with vibrant, upright flower spikes in blue, purple, pink, or white. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, add

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade for best flowering.

Watering

Moderate to consistent moisture, allow topsoil to dry slightly.

Soil

Well-drained, average to rich, loamy soil.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during growth.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding or compost in spring, especially in poor soil.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade for best flowering.

Water

Moderate to consistent moisture, allow topsoil to dry slightly.

Soil

Well-drained, average to rich, loamy soil.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during growth.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding or compost in spring, especially in poor soil.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

30-60 cm

Spread

30-45 cm

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate to ovate, serrated

Flower Size

Small, individual flowers 0.5-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Cardia spicata (L.) Dulac
Hedystachys spicata (L.) Fourr.
Pseudolysimachion spicatum (L.) Opiz
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusVeronica
  • speciesVeronica spicata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Not considered toxic to humans or pets.

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