Growing: Veronica
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Botanical Name:
VeronicaCommon names:
VeronicaDescription:
Veronica comes in many sizes - from varieties with creeping habits to 2-foot plants suitable for beds and borders. Attractive compact flowers in shades of blue and red grow on upright spikes surrounded by deep green foliage. The flowers bloom nearly all summer long and on taller varieties, make great cut flowers.Life Cycle:
perennialExposure:
full sunCultivation:
Sow seeds in the spring or transplant cuttings during summer or fall. Veronica prefers moist, well-drained soil and a sunny exposure. Thin seedlings to a distance of 9-12 inches when they are large enough to handle. Keep soil evenly moist and mulch around plants to control weeds. Cut back plants in spring and deadhead spent flowers to encourage growth of leaves. Propagate by division in spring or fall.Propagation:
division or seedsParts Used:
roots and leavesHarvesting and Storage:
Harvest roots in fall. Cut leaves and use fresh as needed.Medicinal Uses:
astringent; mild diuretic; expectorant; digestive aid, topically to treat skin conditionsCulinary Uses
noneOther Uses:
containers; cut flowers; rock gardensDisclaimer: ThriftyFun.com cannot accept any responsibility for any injury or damage that you may cause to yourself, others, or property when following any advice given on this site. Read the full disclaimer: http://www.thriftyfun.comdisclaimer.ldml If you find any information on ThriftyFun.com or in our newsletters that is either erroneous and/or potentially harmful to others, please Contact Us, immediately.