Pronunciation: ver-ON-ih-kah oh-fi-shi-NAH-lis
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Common Name: Common Speedwell, Gypsy Weed
Plant Type:
Height to: 12"
Width to: 12"
USDA Hardiness Zones:
- -30 to -40ºF ZONE 3
- -20 to -30ºF ZONE 4
- -10 to -20ºF ZONE 5
- 0 to -10ºF ZONE 6
- 10 to 0ºF ZONE 7
- 20 to 10ºF ZONE 8
- 30 to 20ºF ZONE 9
Soil Type: poor to moderately fertile, well drained
Pests and Diseases: scale insects, downy mildew, rust, leaf smut, root rot
Propagation: sow seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn. Divide in autumn or spring.
Notes: Plant Form or Habit: low and trailing
Plant Use: In beds and borders. As a ground cover.
- Propagation:
- seed
division
stem cuttings
Light Requirement: full sun/part shade
- Flower Color:
- light blue
lavender
- Bloom Period:
- late spring
early summer
Height: Minimum: 6 inches Maximum: 12 inches
Width: Minimum: 12 inches Maximum: 12 inches
Foliage Texture: medium
Water Requirements: average
Additional Comments:
Source: Texas A&M
USDA Heat Zones (days above 86ºF):
- Less then 1 day ZONE 1
- 1 to 7 days ZONE 2
- 7 to 14 days ZONE 3
- 14 to 30 days ZONE 4
- 30 to 45 days ZONE 5
- 45 to 60 days ZONE 6
- 60 to 90 days ZONE 7
- 90 to 120 days ZONE 8
Submitted by: Pectiwiccan