Veronica Speedwell Very Van Gogh

Veronica longifolia ‘Very Van Gogh’ (Speedwell) is a stunning, columnar perennial that adds bold color, structure, and pollinator appeal to sunny garden landscapes.

• Foliage & Habit: Upright, clumping, columnar habit with bright green leaves, ideal for the middle of flower borders

• Flowering: Masses of rosy purple flower spikes bloom from mid-summer; secondary flowers extend bloom time

• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

• Resilient Plant: Deer resistant, drought tolerant, and heat tolerant

• Low Maintenance: Minimal fertilization required; easy-care perennial

• Mature Size:

  • Height: 18–20 inches (46–51 cm)

  • Width: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm)

• Spacing: 24–28 inches (61–71 cm)

• Light Requirements: Full sun for best flowering and foliage color

• Water Needs: Moderate; tolerates brief dry periods

• Bloom Season: Summer with extended flowering from secondary blooms

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4a–8b; cold hardy to -30°F (-34.4°C)

• Landscape Uses: Borders, flower beds, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and cut flower displays