Green field speedwell (Veronica polita)
Care, watering, light and tips for Green field speedwell on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Green field speedwell
Veronica polita, commonly known as bright speedwell or field speedwell, is a small annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. It is characterized by its delicate blue flowers with a white center and its oval, toothed leaves. Although often considered a 'weed' in gardens, it can be a charming addition to pots or rockeries for those who appreciate its wild appeal.
Native range
Europe, North Africa, and West Asia
Care tips
This speedwell prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, though it is quite adaptable. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings to prevent waterlogging, to which it is sensitive. A common mistake is treating it as an indoor plant; its wild nature makes it more suitable for outdoors or balconies. It does not require excessive fertilization.
How to save a dying Green field speedwell
- Warning signs
- Wilting or yellowing leaves, soft and blackened stems from the base, or stunted growth.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. If waterlogged, carefully remove and let roots dry before repotting in fresh, well-draining substrate. If dry, water moderately.
- What kills it
- Overwatering is its main killer, causing root rot. Also suffocation from compacted soil or lack of light.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly at the first signs of rot or suffocation. Propagation by cuttings can be an alternative.