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Veronica longifolia 'Sonja'

Sonja speedwell

Butterflies and hummingbirds love Sonja's majestic spikes of red violet on very upright stems in early summer. Taller than the average Veronica, it makes an excellent cut flower and will rebloom throughout the season if spent flowers are removed. From Brent Horvath of Intrinsic Perennial Gardens in Hebron, IL.


Height

24-30 Inches

Spread

12-18 Inches

Bloom Color

Red Violet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Grow in full sun average to moist soil with good drainage. Water well on planting and regularly until established. Drought tolerant.

Characteristics & Attributes

Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate
Medium
Exposure
Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Late Spring / Early Summer
Attributes
Ground Cover
Drought Tolerant
Rock Garden
Edging
Container
Soil Moisture Needs
Good Drainage
Average
Moist