Speedwells 'Rosie' (Veronica 'Rosie')

Speedwells 'Rosie'

Also known as: Gypsyweed 'Rosie'

A cultivar of shrubby veronica, speedwells 'Rosie' is a compact, bushy evergreen with spears of its eponymous pink flowers appearing in summer. It is often used as an architectural accompaniment in urban areas, e.g. in front of banks, colleges or other such buildings, because it can tolerate moderate levels of air and soil pollution.

Scientific classification

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

60 cm

Plant Height

60 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Speedwells 'Rosie'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Water speedwells 'Rosie' every 3 to 4 days, keeping the soil moist during growth and flowering. Increase watering in vigorous growth, and ensure moisture during full bloom. In winter, reduce watering; one thorough watering post-pruning in early spring signals the start of the new growth period.

Fertilize: Speedwells 'Rosie' needs minimal fertilizer, with water-soluble compound fertilizers applied at a ratio of 20-10-20 during growth and 10-30-20 before flowering. Fertilization can decrease in early fall, and it's unnecessary during recovery from root injury to prevent slow growth or damage.

Pruning: Speedwells 'Rosie' display beautiful tubular flowers. Prune spent blooms and dead stems in early spring to enhance growth and maintain shape. Regular pruning, limited to one-third of the plant, prevents disease and supports robust blooming throughout the growing season.

Propagation: Speedwells 'Rosie' can propagate through division, sowing, and cuttage. Division is best in mid-spring, using 2- to 3-year-old plants, ensuring 6 to 8 buds per cluster. Cuttage should occur in late spring or summer, with moist soil until rooting before transplanting.

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