| | | Family | Scrophulariaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 2a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 1 - 2 cm (0 - 1 in) | | Spread | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | loam to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Veronica repens (creeping speedwell) bears white flowers during mid spring to early summer. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and ground cover. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of moderate foot traffic. | | |