Marsh Speedwell
Veronica scutellata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
high
Size
4"–16" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, CT and 28 more states
Pollinators
bees, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Marsh speedwell is a low-growing native wildflower that produces delicate spikes of small blue or white flowers from late spring through summer. This moisture-loving perennial thrives in wet soils and spreads gradually to form loose colonies in suitable conditions.
In an HOA neighborhood
Marsh Speedwell takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very informal, weedy appearance
- Requires constantly wet soil conditions
- Small size makes it look like lawn weeds
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract various bees and beneficial flies throughout the long blooming season. Its extended flowering period provides consistent nectar resources during peak growing months.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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