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Veronica frost resistance

Veronica L.

Most species of Veronica, including Veronica spicata, possess high frost resistance and belong to USDA zones 3–8. Plants are adapted to overwintering in temperate climates and Siberia without additional cover.

In the reference 5 varieties crop Speedwell, where this is mentioned in the description.

To assess the frost resistance of Veronica, the generally accepted USDA hardiness zone scale is used, according to which most cultivated species, such as Veronica spicata, correspond to zones 3–8. Varieties included in zone 3 are characterized by high resistance to extremely low temperatures and are capable of overwintering without special protection.

When grown in open ground, an important condition for successful overwintering is ensuring high-quality drainage, which prevents the root system from rotting. To maintain vitality during the winter period, it is recommended to perform autumn soil moisture charging irrigation, which prevents the desiccation of plant tissues during the winter-spring period.

General information about the subject — on the page Frost hardiness.

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Varieties of Speedwell mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Veronica L. · Speedwell

Verschoor Jan|Haarlem, NL

2 records

Twilight

Active

Veronica L. · Speedwell

Verschoor Jan|Haarlem, NL

2 records

Challenger

Terminated

Veronica L. · Speedwell

Edens Creations B.V.

1 record

Aspire

Terminated

Veronica L. · Speedwell

HARINI KORLIPARA

1 record