Veronica gentianoides
Commonly known as Speedwell, this tough little plant originated in the Middle East and is a real survivor. It's most useful for bridging the gap between spring bulbs and later emerging herbaceous perennials.
Growing to a maximum of 45 cm, Veronica gentianoides are ideal for edging beds, borders and the front of any reasonably sunny to part shady planting scheme. The plant forms a dense mat of dark green, glossy leaves and the flowers are held in spires of white and shades of blue.
Hugely attractive to pollinators, the flowers emerge from spring into early summer, creating a wash of colourful interest. Best in moist but well-drained soil, this plant can be quite drought tolerant when established. Cut the flower spikes back when the flowering finishes and the carpet of foliage will look tidy and provide a foil for later flowering plants in summer and autumn. Established plants can be split in the autumn.
Veronica gentianoides ‘Tissington White’.
'Tissington White' is a Hardy's introduction, or maybe we should say re-introduction. This plant was found in a garden in the village of Tissington, Derbyshire. Many years ago Hardy's rescued it from obscurity and it has been a hit with our customers ever since.
Follow the link below to see these and some other Veronica in this diverse genus
Veronica gentianoides 'Dark Form'
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