spiked speedwell

Water spiked speedwell (Veronica spicata 'Icicle') consistently to ensure optimal growth. Water your plants when the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry, and water them deeply, until liquid drains from the bottom of the container. Do not let the plants sit in standing water. Depending on the environmental conditions, you may need to water them as frequently as once or twice a week. Make sure to check your plants regularly and adjust as needed.

The amount and timing of sunlight needed for the spiked speedwell (Veronica spicata 'Icicle') is partially dependent on the geographic region. In general, this species enjoys full to partial sun, which means it should receive between 6 and 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. For areas with more intense sunlight, such as the southern United States, it may be beneficial to provide some form of partial shading to prevent wilting and sun damage to the leaves. The best time to provide sunlight for this plant species is typically during the mid-morning to early afternoon, when sunlight is the most intense and direct. Ideally, the spiked speedwell will avoid prolonged periods of full sun later in the day, when the sun is weaker and more likely to cause burning and dehydration.

Spiked speedwell (Veronica spicata 'Icicle') should ideally be pruned in late winter or early spring before any new growth appears. To encourage a compact, bushy growth habit, the entire bush can be cut back by up to a third of its height. This will also help the plant remain healthy by removing any dead, diseased, or pest-infested stems and allowing fresh new growth. For focused maintenance, deadheading spent flowers is recommended. This can be done by simply pinching or snipping off each flower head individually. Deadheading will promote healthier-looking blooms and keep the plant from getting scraggly or overgrown.