Veronica incana 'Wendy' (Silver Speedwell) — perennial

Overview

Veronica incana 'Wendy' is a perennial in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family. Veronica incana 'Wendy' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is native to Eastern Europe, Russia, Siberia, Mongolia and northern China.

About the genus

Veronica is the largest genus in the flowering plant family Plantaginaceae, with about 500 species. It was formerly classified in the family Scrophulariaceae. Common names include speedwell, bird's eye, and gypsyweed.

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In the garden

Veronica incana 'Wendy' is a perennial member of the Plantaginaceae, native to parts of Eastern Europe, Russia, all of Siberia, Mongolia and northern China. It produces its flower display through the summer months, reliably flowering from June to September. Plant into a position with full sun or partial shade in a free-draining soil; avoid heavy, waterlogged ground. It prefers moderate soil moisture rather than drought or prolonged saturation. Hardiness is H5, which in plain terms means it is hardy in most UK gardens through winter without special protection. Sit plants towards the front of a sunny mixed border, in gravel or herbaceous edgings where good drainage is available, or alongside stone paths. Mulch lightly in spring and aim to keep the crown clear of mulch to reduce rot. Allow spent flowering spikes to age through September then cut back to basal growth to tidy the clump for the following season.