Professional Growing Information Beautiful color all summer to be viewed at a small distance due to constant bee activity. But I plan on getting more for sure.
Magic Show® 'Purple Illusion' Spike Speedwell Veronica hybrid
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Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 16" - 18"
Spread: 16" - 18"
Height: 41cm - 46cm
Spread: 41cm - 46cm
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16 - 18 Inches16 - 18 Inches16 - 18 Inches41cm - 46cm41cm - 46cm41cm - 46cm
Features
Thick, rosy purple flower wands are borne prolifically atop a rounded, low clump of deep green foliage. Try planting in combination containers or near the front of the border.
Award WinnerLong BloomingSalt TolerantAttracts:ButterfliesHummingbirdsResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:16 - 18 Inches 41cm - 46cmSpacing:16 - 18 Inches 41cm - 46cmSpread:16 - 18 Inches 41cm - 46cmFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Shade:Rosy purpleFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Deep greenHabit:Clump FormingContainer Role:FillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Early SummerHardiness Zones:4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilSoil Fertility Requirement:Fertile SoilSoil PH Category:Acidic SoilSoil PH Category:Alkaline SoilSoil PH Category:Neutral SoilUses:Border PlantUses:ContainerUses:Cut FlowerUses:LandscapeUses:Mass PlantingMaintenance Notes:This plant grows best in average, humus enriched, well-drained soil and full sun. Though it will survive in partial shade, it flowers best in sun. Shear back after blooming.
Magic Show® 'Purple Illusion' Veronica hybrid USPP 31,301, Can 7,080 -
524321Browse reviews from people who have grown this plant.
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Mark B, Michigan, United States, 4 years ago
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Beautiful and easy to grow!!
Barb Webb, Missouri, United States, 4 years ago
Award Year Award Plant Trial 2020 Top Performer Penn State University -
