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Common
name: "Prostrate Veronica" or
"Heavenly Blue"
Latin name: Veronica prostrata
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Zone: 4
- 8
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Mat forming
Max height: 2" - 3"
Spread: 12" - 14"
Flowers: Yes, June
Flower type: Spiked racemes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 20+
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Pictured: Veronica
prostrata |
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Photo:
Missouri Botanic Gardens |
Cultivation:
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well drained soil. Veronica
will grow well in poor soils. Fairly drought tolerant. Veronicas
with furry leaves dislike having wet feet while dormant. Great for
planting amongst rocks, on walls or as an edging.
Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse in fall and held
until the next growing season. Since most of us are unable to do
this your best bet is to purchase pre-started plants at your local
Garden Center. Once established plants can be divided in spring or
fall.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Mildews. |
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