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Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica
Veronica longifolia 'Vernique Dark Blue'
Pronunciation: veh-RON-ih-ka lon-jee-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #08897
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall, 12 to 16 in. wide.
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| Description | Abundant, full spikes of violet-blue flowers that bloom continuously throughout summer on a compact variety perfect for a border, cutting garden, or container. Excellent mildew resistance makes this delightful perennial even easier to grow and appreciate. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, moist, loamy, fast-draining soils; avoid soggy, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage additional bloom. Feed monthly during growing season. Remove old, faded foliage before new foliage emerges in early spring. |
Details
| Description | Abundant, full spikes of violet-blue flowers that bloom continuously throughout summer on a compact variety perfect for a border, cutting garden, or container. Excellent mildew resistance makes this delightful perennial even easier to grow and appreciate. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, moist, loamy, fast-draining soils; avoid soggy, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage additional bloom. Feed monthly during growing season. Remove old, faded foliage before new foliage emerges in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica produce flowers?
Spring to summer
Is Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica evergreen or deciduous?
Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica?
Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica grow?
Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica in my landscape?
Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica is suitable for: Border, Container, Edging.
What color are Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica flowers?
Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica produces Violet-blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica?
Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica?
Good companion plants for Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica include: Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Vernique® Dark Blue Veronica?
Grows easily in average, moist, loamy, fast-draining soils; avoid soggy, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage additional bloom. Feed monthly during growing season. Remove old, faded foliage before new foliage emerges in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.