Digger's Speedwell, Parahebe perfoliata, Hebe perfoliata
Veronica perfoliata (Digger’s Speedwell) is a sprawling, evergreen woody-based perennial or sub-shrub with rounded blue-gray leaves resembling the juvenile foliage of some eucalyptus. Borne in pairs, the ovate and stem-clasping leaves can grow up to 2 in. long (5 cm). In summer, nodding sprays of bright blue flowers, 4 in. across (10 cm), appear above the evergreen foliage. Each spike can carry up to 25-70 flowers, creating an eye-catching floral display. Native to Australia, Veronica perfoliata is drought tolerant and grows well in the gravel garden or in the rockery. It also makes a great edging or border plant.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
3 - 11 |
| Plant Type | Perennials, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Veronica |
| Common names | Speedwell |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Native Plants | Australia |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
3 - 11 |
| Plant Type | Perennials, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Veronica |
| Common names | Speedwell |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Native Plants | Australia |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard |
How many Veronica perfoliata (Digger’s Speedwell) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Veronica perfoliata (Digger’s Speedwell) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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