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- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 28 - 30 Inches
- Mature Spread 18 - 20 Inches
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
With its tall purple blooms, this Purple Leia Spike Speedwell will be the star of your garden borders come summer. Held above its erect green stems, the rosy-purple flowers will inject bold color into the garden. Growing to nearly 3 feet high, this veronica is perfect for the middle of a bed and is adored by pollinators. Purple Leia is ideal for filling gaps or for adding structure.
Generally ignored by Bambi and his friends, speedwells are a great country garden perennial, but work equally well in urban environments as well. Originally from Asia and Europe, these plants are hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8. When grown in the right place, this veronica needs little care and provides the most impact when planted out in a group or a drift.
Purple Leia Spike Speedwell Care
Even though Purple Leia Spike Speedwell can tolerate some partial shade, it undoubtedly performs best when given full sun. It is happy in most soils as long as they are free draining. Just avoid any sites prone to waterlogging, as this leads to roots rot. When grown in relatively fertile soil, extra fertilizer is not usually necessary. However, if you try growing this speedwell in poor soil, apply a slow-release, balanced feed in spring to provide the nutrients it needs. Water Purple Leia frequently to prevent the soil from completely drying out over the summer months.
If the faded flower spikes are removed as they go over, you may well be rewarded with some more blooms. As the stems die back after the first frost, they can be cut back to the basal growth and removed. A layer of mulch can be applied around the base of the plant to provide the roots with some winter protection.
Purple Leia Spike Speedwell Spacing
When fully grown, the Purple Leia Spike Speedwell can reach a height of 28-30 inches and a width of 18-20 inches. Often planted in a group, space plants 16-18 inches apart for best impact.
Purple Leia Spike Speedwell Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 28 - 30 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 18 - 20 Inches |
| Spacing: 16 - 20 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Bloom All Season |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Disease, Pests & Insects |
| Tolerates: Salt |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Purple Leia Spike Speedwell |
| Other Name(s): Purple Leia Spike Speedwell |
| Scientific Name: Veronica 'Purple Leia' |
- SKU:
- 1231014244-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.