Product Description
Veronica 'Da Vinci Delight' PPAF (25) Bare Root Plants
Artist Series
Common Name: Spike Speedwell
A delightful, dense Veronica with lots of branching on each stem resulting in numerous flower spikes. In early summer, soft lilac purple flowers open from light colored buds. Compared with 'Very Van Gogh', this selection is more compact and has a lighter purple flowers. Use this broad, well-rounded selection for filling in along the front of the border. Deep green foliage has shown good mildew resistance.
Veronica is highly valued for its ease of growth and long bloom time. The spiky flowers are an excellent contrast to the more common rounded flower shapes like Shasta Daisies, Coneflower, and Black Eyed Susans. Expect bees to be buzzing about this plant when in bloom.
This perennial is tolerant of a wide range of well-drained soil types. Amending soils, especially very heavy and light types, with generous amounts of organic matter will result in improved performance. Although tolerant of partial shade, it will flower better in full sun. Deadheading will promote additional blooms. Shear back the foliage if it becomes worn-looking after flowering.
Height: 18.0-20.0 Inches
Spread: 24.0-28.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: Purple shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer - Late Summer, Long Blooming
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant
Veronica 'Da Vinci Delight' is a charming and versatile perennial that adds a touch of artistry to the garden with its abundant spires of soft lilac-purple flowers. It is a standout variety in the Proven Winners Veronica Artist Series, known for its compact habit, long blooming period, and excellent mildew resistance. Here is a closer look at what makes 'Da Vinci Delight' special, along with essential information for successful cultivation:
What Makes 'Da Vinci Delight' Special:
- Abundant Flower Spikes: 'Da Vinci Delight' produces numerous flower spikes that rise above the foliage, creating a beautiful display of soft lilac-purple blooms. The flowers open from light-colored buds, adding a touch of elegance to the garden.
- Compact and Dense Habit: It maintains a compact and dense habit, typically growing 18-20 inches tall and 24-28 inches wide, making it suitable for smaller gardens, borders, and containers.
- Long Blooming Period: It blooms for an extended period in early summer, providing weeks of beautiful color. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage additional blooms.
- Attractive Foliage: The foliage is a deep green and exhibits good mildew resistance, ensuring a healthy and attractive appearance throughout the growing season.
- Versatile and Easy to Grow: Veronica is known for its ease of growth and adaptability to a wide range of conditions, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
- Attracts Pollinators: The flowers attract bees and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to any pollinator garden.
Description:
- Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Hardiness Zones: 4-8
- Height & Spread: 18-20 inches tall and 24-28 inches wide
- Bloom Time: Early summer
- Flower Color: Soft lilac-purple
- Foliage: Deep green, mildew resistant
Native Habitat:
- Veronica, commonly known as Speedwell, is a large genus of flowering plants with a wide distribution across the Northern Hemisphere. 'Da Vinci Delight' is a cultivated variety.
Landscaping Design Tips:
- Borders: Its compact size and upright habit make it a great addition to the front or middle of borders, adding a pop of color and texture.
- Rock Gardens: It can be incorporated into rock gardens, adding a touch of softness to the hard edges.
- Containers: It thrives in containers, adding a splash of vibrant color to patios and balconies.
- Cut Flower Gardens: The long-lasting blooms make excellent cut flowers for arrangements.
- Companion Planting: Combine it with other perennials that complement its purple flowers and bloom time, such as yellow or white flowering plants, or those with contrasting foliage colors.
Planting and Care:
- Planting:
- Plant in spring or fall.
- Choose a location with full sun to partial shade (full sun is best for flowering).
- Prefers well-drained soil.
- Space plants about 24-28 inches apart.
- Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball.
- Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the crown is level with the ground.
- Fill the hole with soil and firm gently.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
- Care:
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage additional blooms.
- Shear back the foliage after flowering if it becomes worn-looking.
- Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
With its beautiful spires of soft lilac-purple flowers, compact habit, and easy-care nature, Veronica 'Da Vinci Delight' is a wonderful addition to any garden. By following these planting and care tips, you can enjoy its beauty and attract pollinators to your yard for years to come.
Mature field grown roots shipped bare root.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
