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Wood Speedwell (Veronica montana)

Wood Speedwell (Veronica montana) is a low-growing perennial herb with delicate blue flowers, often found in woodland settings.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial to full shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial to full shade.

Tolerates some morning sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water more frequently during dry periods.

Soil

Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring.

Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 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
Cardia montana (L.) Dulac
Coerulinia montana (L.) Fourr.
Veronica subbiscutata Crantz
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusVeronica
  • speciesVeronica montana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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