Long, narrow, tapering spikes of pale lavender flowers from July to September above whorls of deep green leaves. A great plant for creating an impression in the garden towards the end of summer. Best planted towards the back of a sunny or partially shady border in fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
How to care for Veronicastrum virginicum Lavendelturm:
Divide plants in spring. Apply a generous 5-7cm mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant in spring.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
0.45m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.