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Veronica umbrosa 'Georgia Blue'

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 in)
Spread 15 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Veronica umbrosa 'Georgia Blue' (creeping speedwell) yields showy, bright blue and repeat-blooming blossoms during early spring to early summer. This plant is mat forming and has glossy, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting and small or miniature planting.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Veronica umbrosa 'Georgia Blue' tolerates drought, salt and light foot traffic, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Veronica umbrosa 'Georgia Blue' (creeping speedwell) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.