Georgia Blue Speedwell (Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue'): Low Carpet of Spring Blue

'Georgia Blue' (also called 'Cambridge Blue') is a low, spreading cultivar of speedwell that forms a dense, evergreen mat smothered in small, vivid blue flowers with white eyes in early spring. It is a superb ground cover for sun to part shade.

Botanical Profile

• Family: Plantaginaceae
• Genus: Veronica
• Species: peduncularis
• Cultivar: 'Georgia Blue' (syn. 'Cambridge Blue')
• Synonyms: Veronica nigricans, V. umbrosa

Features

Forms a mat 4–6 inches tall, spreading 12–18 inches. Leaves are small, oval, glossy green, turning bronzy in winter. Flowers are ½ inch, intense sky-blue with white centers, covering the plant in spring; sporadic rebloom. Evergreen.

Culture

Full sun to part shade. Average, well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established. Hardy in USDA zones 4–8. Shear after main bloom to encourage density.

Uses

Ground cover, rock garden, border edging, container spiller, between pavers. Combines beautifully with spring bulbs.