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Speedwell

Veronica spicata

Speedwell is a medium-growing perennial, hardy in USDA zones 3-8, that matures to about 2-3 ft × 2-2.5 ft. It does best in full sun with medium water needs in well-drained and moist soil. Expect blue blooms in summer. It attracts bees and butterflies, stands up well to deer and rabbits.

USDA zones
3-8
Sun
Full sun
Water
Medium
Mature size
2-3 ft × 2-2.5 ft
Growth rate
Medium
Maintenance
Low
Soil
Well-drained, Moist
Bloom color
Blue
Bloom season
Summer
Attracts
Bees, Butterflies
Tough against
Deer, Rabbits
Native to
Asia, Europe

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