Bird's eye (Veronica schmidtiana)

Bird's eye

Also known as: Gypsyweed

Bird's eye is a resilient perennial that thrives in alpine and subalpine meadows, revealing its adaptability to cooler environments. Sporting narrow lance-shaped leaves, its form is tidy and compact, complementing the vivid blue to violet flowers that cluster atop erect stems. These blossoms, which make their appearance in midsummer, are notable for their brightness and are a magnet for pollinators.

Scientific classification

Species

Bird's eye (Veronica schmidtiana)

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Herb

Plant Type

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Bird's eye

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Bird's eye thrives in moist conditions, requiring regular watering every week without becoming waterlogged. It withstands brief dry spells. Mulching helps retain soil moisture during its active growing season, supporting its vitality as an herbaceous perennial often grown outdoors.

Fertilize: Bird's eye requires minimal fertilizer, using a water-soluble compound at a 20-10-20 ratio during growth and 10-30-20 before flowering. Fertilization should decrease in early fall and stop during recovery, as excess can harm the root system or slow growth.

Pruning: Bird's eye boasts vibrant flowers and thrives with proper care. Prune in early to late spring to promote growth, shape, and air circulation. Remove dead stems and faded blooms to extend blooming while preventing disease, ensuring enhanced vitality.

Propagation: Bird's eye, belonging to the plantaginaceae family, propagates effectively through cuttings. Select a healthy, non-flowering stem, cut at a node, and root in a well-draining medium. Maintain humidity with a plastic cover to create an ideal microclimate for rooting, ensuring successful propagation.

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