The Veronicas provide much needed variety to the garden, exhibiting a compact and upright habit and flowers with verticality and vibrancy which will not escape notice from any passersby. The foliage is not the main draw of this genus, but they remain glossy and vigorous throughout the growing season. The flowers on this variety are a lavender-blue, stand tall despite their impressive size, and are great for attracting pollinating insects. Feel free to deadhead for more continual blooms, but if you forgo this task, it will still reliably bloom throughout the summer. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens