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Veronica Oxford Blue

Veronica Oxford Blue

Oxford Blue Speedwell

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Veronica 'Oxford Blue' is a low-growing evergreen perennial that produces a stunning carpet of vivid blue flowers throughout spring. Also known as Speedwell, this versatile groundcover spreads to form dense mats of attractive foliage, making it ideal for rock gardens, borders, pathways, retaining walls and underplanting.

The intense blue flowers create a striking display that attracts bees and other pollinators, while the foliage often develops attractive bronze and purple tones during winter. Tough, easy to grow and highly versatile, Veronica Oxford Blue is an excellent choice for adding long-lasting colour and texture to the garden.

Why You'll Love Veronica Oxford Blue

  • Masses of brilliant blue flowers in spring
  • Excellent evergreen groundcover
  • Attractive bronze winter foliage colour
  • Ideal for borders, rockeries and pathways
  • Pollinator-friendly flowers
  • Low-maintenance and easy to grow
  • Great for spilling over walls and edging
  • Provides year-round garden interest

  • Deciduous, Groundcover, Flowering, Fast-growing, Cold hardy, and Perennial
  • Expected 5 Year Height 0.2M
  • Flowers in Spring

Planting & Care Tips

How to care for your Veronica Oxford Blue:Water regularly while plants establish.

Once established, Veronica Oxford Blue is relatively drought tolerant and generally only requires watering during extended dry periods.

Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

For healthy growth and flowering:

Apply compost or organic matter in spring.
Use a balanced slow-release fertiliser if required.
Avoid excessive feeding, which can encourage soft growth.

Very little pruning is required.

After Flowering
Lightly trim plants once flowering has finished.
Remove spent flower stems.
Tidy any untidy or straggly growth.

A light trim often helps maintain a dense, compact habit.


Veronica Oxford Blue spreads steadily to form attractive mats.

If required:

Trim edges to maintain boundaries.
Lift and divide sections to create new plants.
Use divisions to establish groundcover in other parts of the garden.

Veronica Oxford Blue is highly frost hardy and performs well throughout New Zealand.

Winter care is minimal:

Leave foliage intact for winter colour.
Remove any damaged growth in spring.
Ensure good drainage during wet weather.
Growing in Containers

Oxford Blue is excellent for pots, troughs and hanging baskets.

For best results:

Use a quality free-draining potting mix.
Position in full sun or light shade.
Water occasionally during dry periods.
Trim lightly after flowering.

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