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Veronica longifolia Veronique™ ‘Shining Sea’
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Veronica longifolia Veronique™ ‘Shining Sea’


Tall Speedwell

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.541.100


A compact Speedwell selection, ideal for near the border edge, in containers and the rock garden. This forms a low mound of attractive deep green foliage, bearing numerous spikes of bi-colour, soft mauve to blue-purple flowers starting in early summer and continuing for weeks. Prune off spent blooms to encourage more buds to form. Easy and colourful. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent mildew resistance.

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Veronica longifolia Veronique™ ‘Shining Sea’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium