Veronica Seeds - Blue Streak
Flower Specifications
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3 - 7
Height: 18 inches
Bloom Season: Late Spring to early Summer
Bloom Color: Blue
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Average soil, gravelly, pH 6.8 - 7.5
Deer Resistant: Yes
Latin Name: Veronica gentianoides
Planting Directions
Temperature: 65F
Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
Sowing Rate: Sow 4 - 5 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 12 inches

Gentian Speedwell (Veronica gentianoides Blue Streak) - Elegant perennial with upright spikes of exquisite lavender blue veined flowers that can become dense enough to almost be mat forming. Perfect for full sun to partially shady spots in the garden and great as a cut flower. These are great border plants, growing up to 18 inches in height. This variety has an RHS Award of Garden Merit.
How To Grow Gentian Speedwell: Sow Veronica seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks prior to last spring frost. Sow Spike Speedwell flower seeds in small containers or starter trays using quality seed starting mix. Press the Speedwell seeds into the mix but do not cover seeds -- light is helpful for germination. Moisten mix and keep moist until germination begins. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed spacing them 12 inches apart. Veronica ground cover seeds can be sown directly outdoors as well. Prepare a seedbed of loosened soil that is weed free. Once frost danger has passed, sow the Veronica seed into the seedbed, pressing the seeds in tightly. Keep moist until germination.