Georgia Blue Speedwell is a low-growing perennial that thrives in zones 4-8. Grown naturally, it produces beautiful blue flowers and reaches a size of 6-8 inches.
It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial groundcover that forms a dense mat of dark green, glossy leaves.
- In the spring, it produces masses of bright blue flowers.
- It is hardy in zones 4-8.
- It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- It is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.
Here are some tips for planting and caring for Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue':
- Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during the first year after planting, but then water sparingly once the plant is established.
- Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Do not overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue' is a beautiful and versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape applications. It is a good choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers. It can also be used as a groundcover.
Here are some additional details about Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue':
- Size: 4-6 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide
- Bloom time: Spring
- Hardiness zones: 4-8
- Soil: Well-drained
- Water: Regular, especially during the first year
- Fertilizer: Once a year in the spring
Note: plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-10 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 3-8 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Partial Sun to Partial Shade |
| Mature width: | 4-6 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Brunfelsia grandiflora |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
