Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering during winter dormancy. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
Also known as Field Speedwell · Garden Speedwell · Green Field-Speedwell
Green Field Speedwell (Veronica agrestis) is a low-growing annual herb with small, pale blue to violet flowers. It is often found in disturbed ground, lawns, and fields.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in sunny locations but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding.
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
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering during winter dormancy. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Lightly trim back any overgrown or straggly stems after flowering. Pruning is generally minimal for this low-growing species.
Easily propagated by seeds sown in autumn or early spring. Can also be propagated by division of established clumps in spring or fall.
Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist, well-draining soil.
Veronica agrestis is a low-growing, spreading plant that is rarely container-grown. If grown in pots, repot every 1-2 years in spring to refresh the soil and provide more space as needed.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Green Field Speedwell (Veronica agrestis) 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 agrestis |
Similar in genus Veronica
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