Veronica 'Mrs Adamson' (Speedwell) — perennial

Overview

Veronica 'Mrs Adamson' is a perennial in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family. Veronica 'Mrs Adamson' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and rock gardens.

About

Veronica 'Mrs Adamson' is a perennial in the Plantaginaceae, commonly called Speedwell, that provides a sustained display from June to September. It performs best in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained yet consistently moist soil and benefits from a sheltered position. Rated H5, it is hardy across most of the UK and suits borders and rock gardens. Remove spent flower spikes through September to keep clumps tidy.

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 'Mrs Adamson' is a perennial member of the Plantaginaceae, grown for its long flowering season from June to September. Gardeners value it where a prolonged run of flowers is needed through the summer months. Plant in a site that receives full sun or partial shade and give it well-drained soil that remains reasonably moist rather than drying out. Avoid heavy, waterlogged ground; a sheltered aspect prevents winter wind scorch and suits the cultivar's preferred conditions. The H5 hardiness rating indicates it is hardy in most UK gardens without special winter protection. Use Veronica 'Mrs Adamson' in mixed borders or rock gardens, placing it alongside other plants that share similar moisture and light preferences. Regular removal of spent flower spikes through September helps extend the visual period, and cutting back the faded stems after flowering keeps the clump compact and encourages fresh basal growth.