Veronica 'Royal Candles'

Veronica 'Royal Candles', commonly known as Speedwell, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its blue or purple flowers during fall, spring, and summer. It typically matures 1–4 feet tall and 1–2 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained clay or loam soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Russia, Europe. Attract bees and butterflies In the landscape, it works well in border, small groups, and container. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to deer, diseases, and drought.

Creates an early-season lift after winter with fresh color and growth. Brings more movement to the garden by drawing butterflies and other pollinators. A better candidate for landscapes with deer pressure than more browse-prone plants.

Veronica 'Royal Candles' produces blue, purple flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.

Edging, rock garden, pollinator garden