Spike Speedwell 'Purple Illusion', Magic Show Series
Veronica ‘Purple Illusion’ (Spike Speedwell) is a clump-forming perennial producing thick spikes of rosy purple flowers from early to midsummer. Extremely showy, the flowers open from the base upward and sway above the bushy foliage mound of dark green, glossy linear leaves. Gifted with an impeccable habit, showy blossoms over a longer season on well-branched stems, this Veronica is an excellent choice for borders or containers. A member of the Magic Show collection.
Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
Genus | Veronica |
Common names | Speedwell |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid), |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 16" - 18" (40cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Salt |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
Genus | Veronica |
Common names | Speedwell |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid), |
Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 16" - 18" (40cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Salt |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Veronica ‘Purple Illusion’ (Spike Speedwell) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Veronica ‘Purple Illusion’ (Spike Speedwell) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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