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Beginner
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0.5m
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0.5m
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2-5 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Veronica gentianoides
Other names: Gentian speedwell
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Genus: Veronica
Species: V. gentianoides - V. gentianoides is a perennial with light blue flower spikes in summer.
Veronica gentianoides is: Deciduous
Flower: Pale-blue in Summer
Foliage: Green in Summer
Habit: Mat Forming
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Plant with:
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blue Wave' (Hydrangea 'Blue Wave')
Veronica gentianoides (Gentian speedwell) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Garden edging, Ground Cover
Cultivation: Plant in loamy, moderately fertile soil, that is moist but well-drained. Prefers full sun or part shade.
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Loamy |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Comment from
Nicola
Veronica gentianoides (Gentian speedwell) has been used in The Daily Telegraph for Chelsea Flower Show 2009.
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- Posted: Sun. 17th May 2009 21:07
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