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Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Also known as Creeping Speedwell · Creeping Veronica · Hair-Like Speedwell
Threadstalk Speedwell (Veronica filiformis) is a low-growing perennial herb with a creeping habit, forming dense mats of small, oval leaves and delicate, pale blue to white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Flowers best in sunny locations.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
70% intensity
Water more frequently during dry spells.
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils, if moisture is adequate.
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
60% intensity
Ideal range is 15-24°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed monthly during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Trim back after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage denser growth. Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed.
Easily propagated by division of clumps in spring or autumn. Stem cuttings can also be taken during the growing season.
Repot container-grown plants annually or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger pot.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Threadstalk Speedwell (Veronica filiformis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Veronica |
| Species | Veronica filiformis |
Similar in genus Veronica
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