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Veronica austriaca ‘Ionian Skies’


Austrian Speedwell

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.540.020


Austrian or Hungarian Speedwell forms a low tuft or mound, well suited for use in the rock garden, wall or for edging perennial borders. This selection is particularly compact, bearing spikes of soft china-blue flowers in early summer. Shear back by half after blooming, if desired, in order to maintain a nice tight habit. Easily divided in spring or early autumn.

Further details for
Veronica austriaca ‘Ionian Skies’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Light Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-40 cm
   12-16 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Veronica austriaca ‘Ionian Skies’


Austrian Speedwell

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.540.020


Austrian or Hungarian Speedwell forms a low tuft or mound, well suited for use in the rock garden, wall or for edging perennial borders. This selection is particularly compact, bearing spikes of soft china-blue flowers in early summer. Shear back by half after blooming, if desired, in order to maintain a nice tight habit. Easily divided in spring or early autumn.

Further details for
Veronica austriaca ‘Ionian Skies’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Light Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-40 cm
   12-16 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium