Speedwell 'Anniversary Rose' P11(1L)

Speedwell 'Anniversary Rose' – Compact and Long-Flowering Perennial

Speedwell 'Anniversary Rose' (Veronica spicata 'Anniversary Rose') is an extremely decorative, compact perennial with intense pink flowers gathered in slender, erect spikes. Thanks to its small size and long flowering period, it is perfect for flower beds, rock gardens and container cultivation. It is an easy-to-care plant, resistant to harsh conditions and attractive to pollinators.

Main features of the speedwell 'Anniversary Rose'

Flowers

• Colour: Intense pink.
• Shape: Small flowers gathered in dense, slender spikes.
• Flowering period: June–August, with the possibility of reflowering after pruning.
• Decorativeness: It gives the beds a distinct character and attracts bees and butterflies.

List

• Colour: Dark green.
• Shape: Lanceolate, densely arranged, forming a compact rosette at the base of the plant.

Cut

• Form: A compact, tufted perennial with erect flower stems.
• Height: 20–30 cm.
• Width: 30–40 cm, spreads well.

Cultivation requirements of speedwell 'Anniversary Rose'

Location and soil

• Position: Full sun – provides the most abundant flowering.
• Soil: Permeable, moderately moist to dry, sandy loam.
• Humidity: It tolerates short periods of drought very well.

Watering and fertilizing

• Watering: Minimal – it is best to water only during prolonged heat.
• Fertilization: Light fertilization in spring is enough for more intense flowering.

Care

• Trimming: Regular removal of faded inflorescences can stimulate the plant to bloom longer.
• Reproduction: By dividing clumps in spring or by cuttings in early summer.
• Wintering: Fully frost hardy (zone 3–8), does not require covering.

Application of the speedwell 'Anniversary Rose'

Flower beds and garden compositions

• Mixed discounts: It goes perfectly with lavender, sage, yarrow and ornamental grasses.
• Bed borders: Great for low borders and rockeries.

Container cultivation and rock gardens

• Thanks to its compact habit, it is perfect for pot cultivation on balconies and terraces.

Plant for pollinators

• It attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects, supporting biodiversity in the garden.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 1 liter
• Age: 2 years old
  
• Frost resistance: Yes