Baby Blues Long-Leaf Speedwell
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WorryFree Promise
Deer Resistance
Compactness
Hardiness
Special Features
Low Maintenance
Attracts Wildlife
Kid/Pet Friendly
Good for Containers
Great for Small Spaces
Sustainable
Baby Blues Long-Leaf Speedwell
Veronica × 'Balverbablu' PPAF
Perennial
Height 4-8"
Spread 10-14"
Description
Meet Baby Blues: a vibrant explosion of sky-blue flower spikes on a neat, cushion-like mound. This tough, sun-loving perennial brings stunning color to your garden with little fuss. It naturally resists deer and rabbits, fits perfectly in tight spaces, and keeps blooming from spring to fall. Just plant it in a sunny spot and enjoy the effortless beauty!
Plant Care
Water
Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Water regularly immediately after planting to keep the soil consistently moist until the root system establishes. As the plant matures, feel the top inch of soil; if it is still damp, delay watering until it feels slightly dry.
Fertilizer
Veronica Baby Blues is a light-to-moderate feeder and does not require heavy or frequent fertilization. Apply a thin layer of organic compost or a light dusting of a balanced, slow-release granular fertilizer around the base of the plant once a year in early spring as new growth emerges.
Pruning
The plant benefits significantly from seasonal pruning and routine deadheading. Additionally, trim away the old, dead material in early spring right before the fresh green shoots start pushing through the soil.
Seasons of Interest
Spring
Fresh, bright green shoots push through the soil to form a low, compact mound, building up energy and leafy mass to prepare for the upcoming flower explosion.
Summer
The plant erupts with a high count of vibrant, sky-blue flower spikes that stand prominently above its dark green foliage. It continually pushes out new flowers during this time, especially if deadheaded.
Fall
With regular deadheading, Baby Blues will often stretch its bloom window into the early part of autumn. As the flowers fade, the dense, mounded green foliage maintains a clean, tidy cushion shape in the garden bed.
