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A small shrub that can be short lived, with attractive numerous white and pink flowers in winter and spring. Likes acid to neutral well drained soils, in a sunny position. Prune back after flowering to encourage a more compact habit. This plant is now known as Derwentia decorosa, and is native to South Australia.
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Speedwell
Scientific Name - Veronica decorosa
Family - Plantaginaceae
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Minimum Height - 0.4
Maximum Height - 0.6
Minimum Width - 0.4
Maximum Width - 0.6
Flower Colour - White, Pink
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam
Plant Environment - Cottage garden, Flower garden
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny
Growth Habit - Evergreen
Life Span - Perennial, Short lived
Soil Moisture - Well-drained, Needs regular watering
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Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Border plant
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