Veronica teucrium 'Royal Blue' (Speedwell) — perennial

Overview

Veronica teucrium 'Royal Blue' is a perennial in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family. Veronica teucrium 'Royal Blue' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is native to Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.

About

Veronica teucrium 'Royal Blue' is a perennial Speedwell in the Plantaginaceae that flowers from June to September. It prefers full sun to partial shade and performs best in well-drained soil kept at moderate moisture. The plant is classed as H5 hardiness, suitable for most UK gardens. It originates from the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.

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 teucrium 'Royal Blue' is a perennial member of the Plantaginaceae, native to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, valued for its summer display that runs from June to September. As a cultivar of Veronica, it suits temperate conditions and is mapped to H5 hardiness, meaning it is hardy in most parts of the UK. Place the plant in full sun or partial shade and avoid poorly drained sites; it needs well-drained soil with a moderate, steady moisture level rather than waterlogging. Positioning in free-draining soil improves flowering and reduces the risk of winter root problems. Routine watering while establishing is sensible, but heavy, constant wet soils should be avoided. Use Veronica teucrium 'Royal Blue' towards the front of a sunny border, in mixed perennial beds or gravelled areas where summer blooms are easily seen. Its June–September flowering period makes it useful for maintaining continuity of colour through the summer months; site it where that seasonal display can be enjoyed from paths or seating areas.