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Plant Brief

Veronica 'Purpleicious'
from Jan Verschoor
The Netherlands

Introduced 2005
(Debuts in Darwin PlantSpotters 2007)

Intensely coloured flower spikes are the richest purple yet seen in Veronica. The plants are well-branched and display very healthy dark-green foliage. 

Height: 20”/ 50cm
Spread: 14”/35cm
Hardiness: US zones 4-8
Blooms: June-August

Common name:
Speedwell

Patent status:
EU PBR
US PPAF
COPF

 
 
As purple as a very purple thing
Tuesday, 15 August 2006
Veronica 'Purpleicious' dazzles purpleness as the light shines through the flowers.

 
The Breeder
Jan Verschoor
By Miriam Young
Jan Verschoor is a dedicated plantsman and production nursery owner, who carries out extensive breeding work on a number of genera.
The Story Behind the Plant
The discovery of a dark horse
By Miriam Young
Veronica 'Purpleicious' was selected for its blended dark features.
Growing Tips
All you need to know
By Miriam Young
A few words of advice to help you keep your Veronicas in tip-top condition.
Forum
General discussion on Veronica 'Purpleicious'
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