speedwell
Veronica 'Mann's Variety'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Blue Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
red,purple
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Speedwell plants should be watered once or twice per week, depending on the climate and soil conditions. Generally, 2 to 3 inches of water should be applied to the soil per week during the growing season. When temperatures begin to fall, you should reduce watering to once or twice a month. Be sure to water your speedwell until the top inch or 2 of soil is evenly moist but not soggy. Avoid over-watering your plant; it can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Speedwell (Veronica 'Mann's Variety') benefits from 6-8 hours of full sunlight per day, ideally planted in a location that receives morning sunlight and is protected from the hottest hours of the day. With adequate amounts of light, the plants produce larger and brighter flowers. Planting in an area with partial shade can help protect speedwell from too much direct sunlight during peak hours if available.
pruning
Pruning for speedwell (Veronica 'Mann's Variety') is best done in the early spring, before new growth emerges. Cut back previous years' stems by up to 1-third of their length. Cut back dead flower stems as soon as they have died off. Doing so will encourage a dense, bushy habit and ensure the plant continues to look its best.
