Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles' is a compact and captivating perennial known for its stunning deep blue flower spikes. This variety forms a dense clump of foliage with upright stems that bear numerous vibrant blooms from early to mid-summer. The flowers are densely packed and create a striking display of color, attracting butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. With its tidy growth habit and rich blue flowers, Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles' adds a touch of elegance and charm to any landscape or garden setting.
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
3-8 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer |
| Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spread | 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spacing |
15" |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Loam |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Showy |
| Tolerance |
Deer, Rabbit, Salt |
| Attracts |
Butterflies |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles' (Spike Speedwell)
| Spike Speedwell 'Royal Candles', Veronica spicata 'Glory', Veronica 'Royal Candles', Verbascum 'Royal Candles', Veronica longifolia 'Royal Candles', Veronica 'Ulster Blue Dwarf'
|| Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles' is a compact and captivating perennial known for its stunning deep blue flower spikes. This variety forms a dense clump of foliage with upright stems that bear numerous vibrant blooms from early to mid-summer. The flowers are densely packed and create a striking display of color, attracting butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. With its tidy growth habit and rich blue flowers, Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles' adds a touch of elegance and charm to any landscape or garden setting.
Full Sun,
Summer,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained,
Showy,
Deer Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Salt Tolerant,
Attracts Butterflies, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens
