Persian Speedwell
Veronica persica
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
DE
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Persian speedwell is a low-growing annual with small blue flowers that bloom from spring through fall. This European native has become naturalized throughout North America and forms spreading mats in gardens and lawns.
In an HOA neighborhood
Persian Speedwell takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Often considered a lawn weed
- Can spread aggressively
- Very informal appearance
Wildlife value
The small blue flowers provide nectar for bees and beetles throughout the long blooming season. As an annual, it offers consistent floral resources from spring through fall.
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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