Buy Diggers Speedwell ‘Veronica perfoliata’ Online – Delivery Across Melbourne and Victoria
A stunning Australian native with striking blue flower spikes.
Veronica perfoliata, commonly known as Diggers Speedwell, is a hardy Australian native shrub admired for its attractive blue-green foliage and impressive spikes of vivid violet-blue flowers from late spring into summer. Tough, drought tolerant once established and highly attractive to pollinators, it is an excellent choice for native gardens, cottage gardens, mixed borders and low-maintenance landscapes.
Veronica perfoliata Plant Information
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Veronica perfoliata |
| Common Name | Digger’s Speedwell |
| Plant Type | Native evergreen shrub |
| Mature Height | 1–1.5m |
| Mature Width | 1–1.5m |
| Position | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Flowering Time | Late spring to summer |
| Flower Colour | Violet-blue |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy |
| Best Uses | Native gardens, mixed borders, cottage gardens, screening and pollinator gardens |
Ideal Uses
Veronica perfoliata adds bold texture and vibrant seasonal colour to a wide range of landscapes. It looks superb when planted in drifts, mixed with other Australian natives or used as a feature shrub in contemporary gardens. The nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects, bringing life and movement to the garden.
Melbourne & Victoria Delivery
Veronica perfoliata is well suited to Melbourne and Victorian gardens, thriving in sunny positions with good drainage. Its attractive foliage, long flowering season and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent choice for residential and commercial landscapes alike.
Why Choose Diggers Speedwell ‘Veronica perfoliata’?
| Benefit | Why You’ll Love It |
|---|---|
| Australian Native | Well adapted to local growing conditions. |
| Vibrant Flowers | Produces striking spikes of violet-blue blooms. |
| Pollinator Friendly | Attracts bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. |
| Drought Tolerant | Performs well once established. |
| Low Maintenance | Easy to grow with minimal pruning required. |
| Versatile | Ideal for native, cottage and contemporary gardens. |
