Several selections of Speedwell are well suited to the rock garden, or for edging in the sunny border. This species forms a mat of feathery olive-green leaves, bearing tiny sapphire-blue flowers that nestle on the stems in late spring. Makes a colourful and drought tolerant groundcover or lawn substitute. Plants will often will repeat bloom in late summer or fall. Easily divided by ripping pieces of the clump apart in spring or fall. Evergreen.
USDA Zone: 3 - 9
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or
Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Deep Blue
Blooming Time Early Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Alpine & Rock
Containers
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Ground Cover
Massed
Flower Head Size Very Small
Height 5-10 cm
2-4 inches
Spread 30-60 cm
12-23 inches
Foot Traffic Moderate
Growth Rate Fast
