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Veronica Seeds - Pink Goblin
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Spiked Speedwell (Veronica Spicata Pink Goblin) - Long intense rosy-red flower spikes on compact, 16 inch tall plants. Pink Goblin veronica is a perennial plant winter hardy to zone 3. Very adaptable to various soils with good drainage. Flower spikes are excellent for cutting, and attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.MORE VERONICA OPTIONS
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 6 - 7 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 14 inches
Spiked Speedwell (Veronica Spicata Pink Goblin) - Long intense rosy-red flower spikes on compact, 16 inch tall plants. Pink Goblin veronica is a perennial plant winter hardy to zone 3. Very adaptable to various soils with good drainage. Flower spikes are excellent for cutting, and attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Pink Goblin has a long bloom season when cut back after flowering and its repeat blooms are strong and showy. Deer and rabbit resistant.
How To Grow Spike 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 10 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.
Common Questions
What are some good ways these plants are used in the landscape?
These flowers are a perfect choice for borders, cut gardens, cottage gardens, or containers. Best planted in groups.
Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?
Yes, to encourage a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead spent blooms.
Do I need to prune back my plants in fall?
Yes, after flowering when plants start to look worn down prune back the foliage.
Will flowers attract any pollinators to the garden?
Yes, butterflies are drawn to these flowers.
What are some good companion plants?
Butterfly weed, shasta daisy and lady’s mantle all are commonly grown with verbena spicata.
