Photograph from the American Iris Society Iris Encyclopedia

Mounding habit

Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils

indirect/ filtered light

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Veronica First Glory (Veronica longifolia) Pot Size:15 cm Photograph from the American IrisA compact Speedwell selection, ideal for near the border edge, in containers and the rock garden. This forms a low mound of attractive deep green foliage, bearing numerous spikes of dark royal blue flowers starting in early summer and continuing for weeks. Prune off spent blooms to encourage more buds to form. Easy and colourful. Attractive to butterflies. USDA Zones: 5 9 Optimal Growing Conditions Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Type Normal or Sandy or