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Eveline Speedwell
This pretty plant is an Eveline veronica. Veronica is named for
St Veronica who comforted Jesus on his path to Calvary.
Eveline veronica has pinkish-purplish flower spikes
from May until July. It grows to about two feet in height and about a
foot in width. dead-heading will encourage reblooming. Veronica benefits from consistently moist soils during the growing period but cannot tolerate wet soils during dormancy. It is unattractive to both deer and rabbits.
Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
Bloom Color:
Purple
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Butterflies
Resistant To Deer
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8