Harvesting of Veronica spicata 'High Five' typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
speedwell
Veronica spicata 'High Five'
Also Known As - speedwellSpeedwell (Veronica spicata 'High Five') is a low, hardy perennial that is a great choice for color. It has deep blue-green leaves and stunning deep blue flowers that appear in early to mid-summer. Its clusters of dense spikes makes it perfect for bedding plants and edging gardens. It works well in containers, along pathways, or as an accent. Heat and drought tolerant once established, it can handle anything from full sun to partial shade. Its cute little flowers make this a great pick for cut flowers also. Its blooms attract hummingbirds and butterflies to any space. Easy to care for, this perennial is just the right speed to add life to any landscape.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Blue Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Fruits:
brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Speedwell need to be watered consistently and frequently. For best results, water this plant immediately upon planting and every other day until it is established. Subsequently, water when the top inch of the soil has dried and always keep the soil lightly moist at all times. Additionally, it is beneficial to mist the foliage every couple days to increase humidity. During periods of extreme heat, you may need to water every day or twice daily. It is important to avoid saturating the soil and to never let the plant sit in water.
sunlight
Speedwell (Veronica spicata 'High Five') flourishes with 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the spring and summer months, Speedwell should be exposed to full sunlight for optimal growth. When days become shorter in fall, though, the amount of sunlight should be reduced to 4-6 hours daily to help the plant transition into dormancy. Monthly fertilizing is also recommended to support Speedwell's growth and to guarantee abundant blooms.
pruning
Speedwell (Veronica spicata 'High Five') should be pruned when its flowering season is coming to an end, usually around mid summer or early fall. Pruning should involve removal of dying or damaged stems, as well as any deadheading of spent flowers. If the plant is getting overgrown, you may need to prune more heavily, removing up to 1/3 of the plant. This will help keep the plant from becoming sparse or straggly and encourage new growth. Take care not to prune too much, as some varieties of Speedwell do not take well to hard pruning.
Season
Fall
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Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Veronica spicata 'High Five' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Veronica spicata 'High Five' typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
