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Veronica Venice Blue

Scientific Name : Veronica austriaca

Common Name : Speedwell

Hardiness Zone : 4a - 9b

Hardiness Degree : -25°F (-32°C)

Blooming Season : Early Spring

Plant Habit : Spreading

Characteristics : Deer Resistant, Attracts Hummingbirds, Rabbit Resistant

Water : Light

Fertilizer : Once a month

Spacing : 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)

Height : 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)

Width : 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)

Exposure : Sun

General Information : Venice Blue has bright blue flowers and attractive habit, and is deer and rabbit resistant.

Idea & Tips : Plant in sunny location with well-drained soils.
Fertilize monthly.
Remove foliage in the fall for clean plants in spring.

Grower Information : Easy-to-grow Veronica makes an excellent season extender! It requires less vernalization than other austriaca types; features strong, upright stems for outstanding show at retail and in the garden. Plus, this early Spring-flowering variety loves the heat.

'Florverblue'

Protection Information : PP27,555

(Flowering Only License)

Breeder : Florensis, B.V.

Propagation Guide
- Media EC/pH:
  
  EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
  
  Soil Temperature:
  
  70-72°F (21-22°C)
  
  Rooting Hormone:
  
  500 ppm IBA
  
  Mist:
  
  Moderate
  
  Fertilization:
  
  50-75 ppm N
  
  Pinching:
  
  Recommended after roots are established. Leave 4-5 active internodes.
  
  Transplanting:
  
  35-42 days after sticking
  
  Comments:
  
  Roots quickly. Plan to pinch in liner tray.
Finishing Guide
- Media pH:
  
  5.8-6.2
  
  Temperature:
  
  Nights: 50 to 55°F (10 to 13°C) Days: 60 to 65°F (16 to 18°C)
  
  Light Level (fc):
  
  5,000 to 8,000
  
  Vernalization:
  
  Yes
  
  Daylength:
  
  Day length neutral
  
  Watering:
  
  Allow media to dry slightly between watering.
  
  Fertilization:
  
  Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
  
  Pinch After Transplant:
  
  Yes
  
  Plant Growth Regulators:
  
  PGRs generally not needed
  
  Pests and Fungal Diseases:
  
  Aphids
Crop Scheduling
- 1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Unrooted: Plant by Week 40 (North), Week 45 (South) Rooted: Stick by Week 35 (North), Week 40 (South)
  
  1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Unrooted: Plant by Week 35 (North), Week 40 (South) Rooted: Stick by Week 30 (North), Week 35 (South)
  
  2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot:
  
  Unrooted: Plant by Week 32 (North), Week 37 (South) Rooted: Stick by Week 28 (North), Week 32 (South)
  
  Bloom Months:
  
  March to April

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