Veronica 'Atomic Ray Mix' Speedwell

Veronica 'Atomic Ray Mix' Speedwell

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Item Form
Bareroot
Key Characteristics
Zone

3 - 9

Mature Height in Inches

18 IN

Mature Width in Inches

18 IN

Sun / Shade

Full Sun

Moisture Level

Dry, Moist, well-drained

Soil Type

Normal, loamy, Clay, Sandy, Poor

Description / Veronica 'Atomic Ray Mix' Speedwell

The Atomic Ray Series is a selection of hybrid Speedwell bred by Jan Verschoor, a renowned plantsman in the Netherlands. Hybrids of the "spiked Speedwell," V. spicata, these plants were all chosen for exceptional form and color, then bred to be easy to grow and very low maintenance. These sun-loving perennials form compact, well-branched clumps and then grow upright in a disciplined manner, blooming like clockwork from the bottom of the raceme up to the top.

The 'Atomic Ray Mix' includes seven colors: 'Amethyst', 'Hot Pink', 'Pinkish White', 'Pink', 'Silvery Pink', and 'Sky'. The array of purple, pink, blue, and white blooms creates a whole composition in itself. Perfect for beds, borders, or meadow plantings, this speedwell mix looks great as a mass effect—the more of it you plant, the better. And these hardy, long-lived perennials will keep coming back year after year to put on their impressive display. The blooms themselves are even long-lived.

The flowering begins in early summer in most climates and continues for many weeks. Shear the plants in midsummer to encourage new basal growth and more flowers on through late summer. Veronica is a long-lasting cut flower as well as a garden and container standout, and these blooms contrast nicely with roses, peonies, echinacea, poppies, and other early summer bloomers.

The long, sinuous bloom wands arise in great numbers all over plants, rising above the tidy leaves in rays of pink, blue, and white. This profusion of blooms will result in a butterfly haven. But don't worry—deer and other nibblers will leave these plants alone. These healthy hybrids also have good resistance to problems like powdery mildew and rust.

Be sure to plant these speedwells in full sun or only minor shade, as light is crucial to encouraging their best blooms. Use average, well-drained soil. Height: 15 to 18 inches. Spacing: 12 inches.

Note:

The Atomic Ray series is registered with the COPF, and unlicensed propagation is prohibited.

Note: Plant color varies with purchase.

Product Details

SKU 35645-PK-3
Item Form Bareroot
Genus Veronica
Species hybrid
Variety 'Atomic Ray Mix'
PPAF PPAF
Product Classification Perennials, Plants
Habit Compact
USDA Zone Low 3
USDA Zone High 9
Sun / Shade Full Sun
Moisture Level Dry, Moist, well-drained
Soil Type Normal, loamy, Clay, Sandy, Poor
Bloom Color Mix
Bloom Season Start Early Summer
Bloom Season End Late Summer
Foliage Color Medium Green
Mature Width in Inches 18.00
Mature Height in Inches 18.00
Resistance Cold Hardy, Deer Resistance, Disease Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Humidity Tolerant, Pest Resistant, Powdery Mildew, Rust
Characteristics Bloom First Year, Butterfly Lovers, Easy Care Plants, Flower, Free Bloomer, Hummingbird Lovers, Long Bloomers, Rose Companions
Uses Border, Containers, Cut Flowers, Outdoor
Zone 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
State Shipping Restrictions GU, PR, VI

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  1. Elizabeth D

    Needs patience 0 people found this helpful

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    Only one of the 3 bare roots has produced any leaves. I’ve had them for a few weeks now and think the one is all I’m going to get. It looks like it’s going to be quite some time before it develops into anything worth looking at.
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  2. Clare Veronica

    Dried up 0 people found this helpful

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    I ordered these Veronica atomic mix in the spring of this year Planted them in one pot to make sure they grew and I could keep track NOthing happened
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  3. Kathy

    Veronicas 0 people found this helpful

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    I ordered two packages of the Veronicas. They looked so lovely in the ad and were described for my zone and 30th to care. I followed the directions for planting including soaking the roots before planting. None of the plants came up, so disappointed.
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  4. Teri Stueck

    They didn't make it 0 people found this helpful

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    When they arrived, I got them in their locations asap following the packaging directions but they simply seemed that they were DOA on arrival and never took root or thrived. I ended up going to a local nursery and picking up live plants I could see were ready to plant and they are now thriving in the location. It is quite the gamble to get live plants by mail and have success. This did not fare well.
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  5. Shirley

    Never grew 0 people found this helpful

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    I have 2 blue veronica and really love them. The bees like them, too. So, I was really excited to buy this one. However, all 3 bareroots were dead when I received them. I have purchased many items from Park Seed over the years, usually seeds, and never had any problems with the seeds sprouting. They all did well. So, I was very disappointed with these plants.
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