Veronica longifolia - Blue Shades. This is an upright clumping perennial having bushy bright green foliage. Strong erect stems grow in columns that are showered with a multitude of tiny tubular flowers having a curved green tip. The beautiful true blue radiant flowers are stacked narrowly up the long stems coming to a point at the top, resembling a long thin cone. The flowers bloom from the button up causing a long bloom time. Flowering starts mid-summer and goes on for several months, standing out proudly in a garden screaming “here I am”. It is easy to grow, fuss free, and is happiest in rich loamy soil that is moist and well drained, but will tolerate average soil. The plant will have a 2nd bloom period if the stems are cut down after the 1st blooming cycle. If planted in a shady area it may need to be staked to prevent drooping. This plant is generally pest and disease free, but is somewhat susceptible to powdery mildew and leaf spots if not given adequate spacing for air flow.
 
          40+  seed  per pack      
 
Planting Zone: 4 – 9
 
Full Sun
 
Height: 36 inches
 
Width: 16 inches
 
Press seed into soil, do not cover and keep moist
 
Germination can take 30 to 40 days.
 
Long vase life
 
Attracts Hummingbirds, Butterflies and Bees
 
Resistant to Deer and Rabbit
 
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