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Verpurg Speedwell
Veronica spicata 'Verpurg' Purplegum Candles PP33094
Speedwell
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Nicely compact foliage becomes covered by spikes of intense purple flowers throughout summer. Requires a fair amount of water to maintain vigor. Good for mass plantings and borders.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Rabbit resistant.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Verpurg Speedwell get?
About 6-12" tall and 12" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Verpurg Speedwell need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Verpurg Speedwell need?
Moderate water use.
Will Verpurg Speedwell grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Verpurg Speedwell deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Verpurg Speedwell in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Verpurg Speedwell wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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