Experience the beauty of Blue Bouquet Veronica Seeds (Veronica spicata), also known as Spike Speedwell. This stunning herbaceous perennial is cherished for its vibrant spires of intense blue flowers, which add height, color, and elegance to borders, rock gardens, and summer landscapes.
Blue Bouquet Veronica is a magnet for butterflies and bees, making it ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens. With strong, upright stems, this variety is perfect for cut flower arrangements and brings a bold texture contrast when paired with softer blooms.
Heat and drought-tolerant once established, Speedwell is low maintenance and thrives in full sun with well-draining soil. Its long bloom period and compact form make it a favorite for gardeners seeking continuous summer color.
Features
- Produces vibrant blue flower spikes in summer
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators
- Compact, upright growth ideal for border planting
- Low maintenance and heat-tolerant once established
- Non-GMO seeds with high germination rates
- Perennial in most temperate climates
- Perfect for cut flower arrangements
Specifications
- Seed Type: Blue Bouquet Veronica (Veronica spicata)
- Common Name: Spike Speedwell
- Plant Type: Perennial (in Zones 3–8)
- Plant Height: 12 – 24 inches tall
- Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
- Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Germination Time: 14 – 21 days
- Days to Maturity: Blooms in first year from early sowing
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Season: Spring planting or fall sowing
- Planting Depth: Surface sow or lightly press into soil
- Spacing: 12 – 18 inches apart
- Optimal Temperature: 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C)
- Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Companion Plants: Lavender, Coreopsis, Yarrow, Shasta Daisy
- Bloom Time: Early to late summer
- Wildlife Support: Attracts pollinators; deer-resistant
- Uses: Borders, pollinator gardens, cut flower arrangements
- Storage: Store in cool, dry place until planting
Planting Guide
- Sow Indoors: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost; press seeds on surface.
- Direct Sow: Alternatively, sow outdoors after frost in well-prepared garden soil.
- Watering: Keep soil moist until established; avoid overwatering.
- Thinning: Thin young plants to proper spacing once they reach a few inches tall.
- Care: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.
