prostrate speedwell
Veronica prostrata 'Trehane'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Easy
watering
Prostrate speedwell (Veronica prostrata 'Trehane') should be watered once every week. Make sure to provide enough water to moisten the soil, but not too much. Allow the topsoil to dry out between waterings. In the summer, it may need extra water during hot, dry periods. During the winter months, reduce the frequency of watering. If kept indoors, water when the soil feels slightly dry.
sunlight
Prostrate speedwell (Veronica prostrata 'Trehane') grows best in a location that receives full sun for at least 6-8 hours each day. The plant tolerates partial shade but will not reach its ideal growth and flowering potential. If the area receives too much shade, the plant may become leggy with fewer flowers. Prostrate speedwell will do best if given regular waterings throughout the summer months. During the winter months, the plant does not need to be watered as much, but should still receive light watering if there is little rain.
pruning
Prostrate speedwell (Veronica prostrata 'Trehane') should be pruned twice a year, once in spring and once in summer. In spring, after the last frost, the plant should be trimmed back by about 1 third of its total height. Be careful when trimming to remove any dead or damaged branches, removing them to just above the nearest bud. In summer, once the flowers have faded, the dead flower stems should be cut back to prevent the plant from self-seeding. Be sure to also remove any non-flowering stems and any other stray stems to improve the plants overall appearance.
