Wizard of Ahhs Veronica Plant

Veronica Wizard of Ahhs lives up to its name, bringing a showstopping performance to your garden with thick spikes of violet-blue flowers. As one of the earliest blooming Veronicas, this magical plant ensures your garden gets off to a vibrant start each season. Its low, wide habit makes it an excellent border plant, while the spires provide a delightful contrast to more rounded flower shapes like daisies or coneflowers.

Not only does it look amazing, but it also plays well with pollinators—expect plenty of bees and butterflies to enjoy the show! Veronica is valued for its easy-going nature, requiring little fuss to keep it looking fantastic. Whether planted in a garden bed or container, Wizard of Ahhs is sure to impress. Plus, it’s deer-resistant, so you can rest easy knowing it will keep its good looks without unwanted munching.

Like all of our plants, it’s grown without harmful pesticides and ready to bring a touch of wizardry to your landscape.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant when soil temperatures are above 45°F to ensure healthy root establishment.

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-drained, fertile soil but will tolerate average garden soil conditions. Ideal pH ranges from acidic to neutral, but it adapts to most garden settings.

Watering Specifics:

• - Water consistently during the first growing season to establish deep roots. Afterward, it tolerates average water needs and occasional droughts.

Fertilizer Type:

• - A light application of a balanced fertilizer in early spring can help maximize bloom power.

Pruning and Training:

• - Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming throughout the summer. Cut back by one-third in late fall to prepare for next year’s show.

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-free, but check for aphids or slugs during particularly wet seasons.

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives with 6+ hours but will down to 4 hours if necessary—just make sure it gets enough light for the best blooms.

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Able to withstand temperatures down to -30°F for a wide range of climates.