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Veronica Species, American Brooklime, American Speedwell

Veronicaamericana

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Veronica americana by kennedyh
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Genus
Veronica (veh-RON-ih-ka)
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Species
americana (a-mer-ih-KAY-na)
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Synonym
Veronica anagallis
Veronica beccabunga var. americana
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Light Blue
Dark Blue
Medium Blue
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
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Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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