Veronica gentianoides Barbara Sherwood
Veronica gentianoides Barbara Sherwood
Veronica gentianoides Barbara Sherwood
Gentian speedwell
Buckets received in very good condition. Immediately planted, the first young plants appeared after three days and since then, they continue to bloom on the stem. I keep the soil moist by watering every 3-4 days.
Jean-Michel, 15/04/2020
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Description
Veronica gentianoides 'Barbara Sherwood' boasts basal leaves, similar to those of gentian. They form leafy rosettes close to the ground. In May or June, this green carpet is topped with numerous rigid stems, 60cm (24in) tall. They bear clusters of sky-blue flowers streaked with dark blue in the throat.
'Barbara Sherwood' likes sunny spots and tolerates partial shade. It thrives in gravelly or even clayey soil. However, it dislikes heavy waterlogged soils.
It is very easy to grow. It is suitable both as a standalone plant and in borders, combined with Allium unifolium, Ajuga reptans, or Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls'.
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Botanical data
Veronica
gentianoides
Barbara Sherwood
Plantaginaceae
Gentian speedwell
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Veronica gentianoides 'Barbara Sherwood' is an easy-to-grow plant requiring very little maintenance. It has excellent hardiness, tolerating temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) and beyond. Plant in spring or autumn, in a sunny location. It will tolerate a slightly shaded spot. Not very demanding and tolerant of limestone, it adapts to all types of not-too-dry to moist soil, as long as it is well-drained. Water if necessary, especially in the first few years, as it does not appreciate prolonged drought. Regularly remove the faded stems at ground level to encourage the emergence of new flower spikes and a second flowering in autumn. If the clumps have become too large, divide the stumps in spring or autumn. In late winter, before the vegetation resumes, clean the clump by removing the dry foliage.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.