{"product_id":"veronica-spicata-royal-candles","title":"Royal Candles Speedwell – Dense Deep Violet Compact Summer Perennial (Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles')","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"679\" data-start=\"120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"156\" data-start=\"120\"\u003eVeronica spicata 'Royal Candles'\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cem data-end=\"189\" data-start=\"172\"\u003eSpike Speedwell\u003c\/em\u003e) is a compact, upright perennial prized for its rich purple-blue flower spikes and tidy, clumping form. This variety is known for long-lasting blooms and exceptional garden performance. The flowers rise above dark green, lance-shaped foliage in early to mid-summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its compact size and strong stems make it ideal for front borders, containers, or mass plantings, and it pairs beautifully with grasses and other summer-blooming perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"786\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"805\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"876\" data-start=\"805\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"876\" data-start=\"807\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"818\" data-start=\"807\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dark green, lance-shaped leaves form a low, dense mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"877\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"890\" data-start=\"879\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Vivid violet-blue flower spikes bloom prolifically from early to mid-summer. Deadheading encourages rebloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1101\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1101\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1018\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grows 15–18 inches tall and 12–15 inches wide, with strong, upright flower stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1204\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1204\" data-start=\"1104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1126\" data-start=\"1104\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers full sun for best flowering, but can tolerate light afternoon shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1297\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1297\" data-start=\"1207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1207\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Well-drained soil is essential. Tolerates average to dry soils once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1313\" data-start=\"1300\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: USDA zones 4–8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1333\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low-maintenance. Remove spent blooms to prolong flowering. Cut back after flowering for a tidy look and possible rebloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1586\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1586\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1482\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Great for borders, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and container plantings. Excellent cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1587\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1673\" data-start=\"1589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1599\" data-start=\"1589\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/strong\u003e: Recognized for its neat habit, vibrant color, and extended bloom period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pixies Gardens","offers":[{"title":"4.3\" Pots","offer_id":51899516289299,"sku":"PX-VER-4548-8116","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":51899516322067,"sku":"PX-VER-4548-0884","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":51899516354835,"sku":"PX-VER-4548-3652","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1961\/4483\/files\/dcec7e2c909b4c9d717e978e3b66383b.jpg?v=1780038660","url":"https:\/\/homeandgardensforless.com\/products\/veronica-spicata-royal-candles","provider":"homeandgardensforless.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}