Veronica spicata 'Red Fox'
Spiked Speedwell
USDA Hardiness Zone 2-8
Deep-rose spikes are vibrant in the summer garden.
Height
12-15 Inches
Spread
12-15 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Bloom Time
June-August
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Must have well drained soil to thrive. Deadheading will encourage bloom in quick succession.
When to Divide
spring or fall
Good Companions
Threadleaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata), White Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Blue Fescue (Festuca glauca), Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), Four Angled Sundrops (Oenothera tetragona), Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
| • | Hummingbirds |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
