Go Back Veronica Royal Candles

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:54 PM
Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles'
    Butterfly IconDeer Resistant IconRock Garden Icon

    Plant Type: Perennials

    Masses of violet-blue spikes dart up above the compact, upright, deep green foliage of 'Royal Candles' all summer long. Butterflies love to drink their sweet nectar. Unlike some other Veronicas, the bottom foliage of this variety does not die out. This trait coupled with its shorter habit makes it ideal for the front of the border, as an edging, or in containers. Many people consider this cultivar to be the best upright form of veronica.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    This perennial is tolerant of a wide range of well-drained soil types. Amending soils, especially very heavy and light types, with generous amounts of organic matter will result in improved performance. Although tolerant of partial shade, it will flower better in full sun. Deadheading will promote additional blooms. Shear back the foliage if it becomes worn-looking after flowering.

    Flower Color

    Violet blue

    Foliage Color

    —

    Plant Spread

    15 in.

    Good Companions

    Aster-New York (Aster dumosus), Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida), Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa), Coreopsis-Lanceleaf (Coreopsis lanceolata), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla mollis), Myrtle (Vinca minor), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum)

    Plant Height

    15-18 in.

    Scape Height

    —

    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs, Consistent water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Cut flower or foliage, Border, Container, Salt Tolerant, Mass Plant

    Bloom Time

    —

    Critter Resistance

    Deer resistant

    Exposure

    Full sun, Part shade

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

    —