Magic Show 'Wizard of Ahhs' Spike Speedwell (Veronica)
Best low-maintenance perennial for beginner gardeners seeking vibrant, pollinator-friendly garden color.
Discover the Magic Show 'Wizard of Ahhs' Spike Speedwell, a stunning perennial from Proven Winners that offers early and continuous violet-blue blooms. Its eye-catching flower spikes create a beautiful vertical accent above lush, dark green foliage, perfect for borders and containers. This compact plant thrives in full sun to part sun, is exceptionally easy to care for, and ideal for beginner gardeners. Enjoy long-lasting color from late spring through mid-summer while attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, and benefit from its deer and salt-tolerant nature.
$16.99
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Category Rank
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
USDA Growing Zones
48
/ a-b
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting, vibrant color for their borders
- Cold-climate homeowners needing reliable, low-maintenance perennials
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance plants without extra chores
- Gardeners in humid climates struggling with fungal plant diseases
- Shade-garden owners looking for plants that thrive in low light
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for local butterflies and hummingbirds throughout the season.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from beginner gardeners.
Bloom Consistency
Provides a steady, continuous display of violet-blue color from late spring.
Hardiness and Resilience
Robust performance against deer and salt makes it highly versatile outdoors.
Growth Habit
Compact, upright structure fits perfectly into tight borders and decorative containers.
Environmental Adaptability
Wide zone tolerance ensures success across diverse regional climate conditions.
Key Specs
USDA Growing Zones
4a-8b
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Mature Height
14-16 inches
Mature Width
18-22 inches
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Soil
Moist but Well Drained
Flower Color
Dark Violet-Blue
Bloom Period
Summer
Features
- Vibrant violet-blue flower spikes
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Compact, upright growth habit
- Easy care for beginners
- Deer and salt tolerant
- Long-lasting summer color
- Ideal for borders and containers
- Early and continuous blooming
What customers say
Customers highly value the Magic Show Spike Speedwell for its reliable performance and striking visual appeal. The deep indigo blue flower spikes create a dramatic vertical accent in any setting. Reviewers consistently praise the plant's tidy, compact habit, making it ideal for borders. A major benefit is the extended bloom period, offering continuous color from summer into fall, which represents excellent value. This perennial is noted for being robust, attractive to pollinators, and surprisingly drought tolerant once established. While initial size can vary, established plants prove to be vigorous, low maintenance, and a high impact addition to the garden, justifying its quality reputation.
Know before you buy
Since this variety reaches a mature width of 18 to 22 inches, you should space them about 20 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
The 'Wizard of Ahhs' Spike Speedwell is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8. As long as your garden falls within these zones, the plant is designed to return each year.
While it is a continuous bloomer, removing spent flower spikes can help tidy up the plant's appearance and may encourage a cleaner look throughout the summer.
Yes, its compact, upright habit makes it an excellent choice for containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes and use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix.
This plant performs best in full sun, which means at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. While it can tolerate partial sun, you will see the most vibrant and continuous blooms with more light exposure.
Yes, this variety is considered deer-resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, deer typically avoid this plant due to its taste and texture.
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