Creeping speedwell (Veronica repens ‘Sunshine’)

Creeping speedwell

Features and Characteristics

This creeping speedwell cultivar is a ground-hugging, mat-forming plant which grows only to 1″ tall. Stems are clothed in tiny gold leaves (1/2″) which more closely resemble Soleirolia (baby’s tears) than most veronicas. Grown primarily for foliage effect. Not particularly floriferous, but occasionally produces small clusters of tiny purple flowers above the foliage, primarily in spring.

Care and Maintenance

Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Prefers full sun. Only winter hardy to USDA Zone 6, so it will need a protected location and winter mulch in the St. Louis area.

Creeping speedwell (Veronica repens ‘Sunshine’) Requirements

Hardiness zone	6 - 9
Sun light	Full sun
Water	Dry to medium
Maintenance	Low

Common Problems

No serious insect or disease problems.

Uses

Rock gardens or ground cover for small areas.

Creeping speedwell (Veronica repens ‘Sunshine’) Details

Common name	Creeping speedwell
Botanical name	Veronica repens 'Sunshine'
Plant type	Herbaceous perennial
Family	Plantaginaceae
Hardiness zone	6 - 9
Water	Dry to medium
Maintenance	Low
Flower color	Purple
Flowering period	May - June
Height	0.25 to 0.25 feet
Width	0.25 to 1 ft.