Species speedwell Guide

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.