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Exciting new varieties for long-lasting, naturalising summer spires An enduring and easy going ensemble of blooms. Premier Veronica longifolia Collection bears flowers in densely packed spires from June to August. Blooms are held above low, compact mounds of dark, green foliage. Stems are sturdy and upright; ideal for cutting to add to a vase. Flowers are a magnet for bees and butterflies who simply adore the nectar rich blooms. Your Premier Veronica longifolia Collection comprises ‘First Love’ with bright, bubble-gum pink blooms; ‘First Match’ with darker pink, magenta coloured spikes; and ‘First Lady’ with her pure white flowers. Deadhead as flowers fade to ensure a continued supply. Well suited to planting in containers as well as open ground, also perfect for adding to a wildlife garden. Plants prefer moist, well-drained soil of any type except chalk based. Plant in full sun or partial shade and these hardy, herbaceous perennials will grow to a maximum height and spread of 40-
Key Information
| Included In this Collection | Veronica longifolia First Love YP | Veronica longifolia First Match YP | Veronica longifolia First Lady YP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latin Name | Veronica longifolia ‘First Love’ | ||
| Common Name | Tall Speedwell | ||
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) | ||
| Colour | Pink | ||
| Type | Perennial | ||
| Format | Young Plants | ||
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun | ||
| Foliage | Deciduous | ||
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.40 | ||
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.45 | ||
| Soil Conditions | Clay Loam Sand | ||
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral | ||
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing | ||
| Good for pots | Yes | ||
| Good for wildlife | Yes | ||
| Good for pollinators | Yes | ||
| Good for cutting | Yes | ||
| Good for groundcover | Yes |
