How to Care for Veronica spicata (Spiked Speedwell)

Korean name: 베로니카(꼬리풀)

Veronica spicata is a perennial herb known for its violet spiked flowers. It grows upright stems reaching 30 to 60 cm tall, with dense clusters of small tubular flowers forming a striking spike. It is relatively easy to care for and commonly used as cut flowers.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Europe and parts of Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: cut flower, violet flowers, perennial, medium difficulty
• Also known as: Spiked Speedwell, Spiked Veronica

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers a spot with full sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil surface feels dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain average indoor humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply mild fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Veronica spicata?

Water thoroughly when the soil surface feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Veronica spicata?

It likes Prefers a spot with full sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Veronica spicata safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Veronica spicata good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain average indoor humidity.. Fertilise Apply mild fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season..