Veronica Royal Candles Speedwell
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, wildlife-friendly summer color.
Veronica Royal Candles Speedwell, a cultivar named 'Glory', is a compact, herbaceous perennial perfect for adding continuous summer interest to your garden. It produces dense spikes of deep violet-blue, nectar-rich blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Growing to about 10 to 12 inches tall and wide, this plant features an upright, bushy habit with narrow, medium green leaves. It is cold hardy, low maintenance, and deer and rabbit resistant, thriving in full sun to part shade with evenly moist, well-draining soil. Deadheading encourages repeat flowering, making it excellent for borders, mass plantings, or containers.
$17.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
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Category Rank
864
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-35%
Below average
SKU
32077
Who it's for
- Eco-conscious gardeners needing pest-resistant, pollinator-friendly plants
- Gardeners seeking dramatic vertical color and architectural structure
- Flower lovers wanting a long-lasting, multi-season display
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners preferring a strictly low-maintenance landscape
- Gardeners with heavy clay or poorly draining soil
- Residents of humid climates with limited air circulation
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Nectar-rich spikes act as a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from the gardener.
Pest Resistance
Robust defense against deer and rabbits keeps garden borders intact.
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering provides reliable color throughout the entire summer season.
Versatility
Compact habit fits perfectly in containers, borders, or mass landscape plantings.
Climate Adaptability
Impressive hardiness range makes it a reliable choice for diverse regions.
Key Specs
SKU
32077
Genus
Veronica
Species
spicata
Variety
'Glory'
Item Form
1-Quart
Bloom Color
Blue
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Hardiness Zones
3 - 9
Features
- Continuous and abundant blooming throughout the summer
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Excellent as cut flowers for summer bouquets
- Compact, clump-forming habit suitable for edging and containers
- Foliage remains attractive and does not die out
- Low maintenance and easy to grow
- Resistant to deer and rabbits
- Tolerates light shade and drought
What customers say
The Veronica Royal Candles Speedwell consistently earns high marks for its exceptional quality and reliable garden performance. Consumers frequently praise the robust health of the plants upon arrival, noting their quick establishment and vigorous growth. The deep, vibrant purple color is a standout feature, delivering significant visual impact throughout the summer. Gardeners appreciate the low maintenance nature and extended bloom period, confirming this speedwell as a trustworthy and valuable perennial choice.
Know before you buy
This is a compact, clump-forming perennial that typically reaches 10 to 12 inches in both height and width. Its small stature makes it an excellent choice for the front of a garden border or for use in containers.
It is considered a low-maintenance plant, but you can encourage repeat flowering throughout the summer by deadheading the spent spikes. Otherwise, it is quite easy to manage and does not require frequent intervention.
The Veronica 'Glory' is hardy in zones 3 through 9, meaning it can withstand a wide range of temperatures. It is cold-hardy and generally robust, provided it is planted in well-draining soil.
Yes, this variety is known for being resistant to both deer and rabbits, making it a reliable choice for gardens where these animals are a common nuisance.
Absolutely. Its compact, bushy habit and attractive foliage make it well-suited for container gardening, provided the pot has adequate drainage to prevent the roots from sitting in water.
While it performs best in full sun, it is tolerant of light shade. For the most abundant blooms, aim for a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
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