Bubblegum Candles, also known as Speedwell, is a perennial flowering plant native to Eurasia. Concept Plants developed this cultivar for its dwarf habit and disease resistance. This plant reaches 8-10" tall and 10-12" wide, with pink flower spikes that bloom in spring. Perennial in zone 4-8, Speedwell flourishes in containers or landscape beds in full or partial sun with moderate water, resisting deer and rabbits and attracting pollinators. For a tall pink variety, grow Hybrid Queen of Diamonds.
Bubblegum Candles Selling Tips
Sell Bubblegum Candles to customers looking for a low-maintenance perennial for borders or containers. This upright, compact Veronica variety is easy to care for, attracts pollinators, does well in full sun or partial shade, and keeps a tidy appearance. It is disease resistant and has no serious pest problems. Its tall spikes of tiny pink flowers bloom all spring. It needs little more than consistent water to flourish. Create a pleasant cottage garden by pairing Bubblegum Candles with Chrysanthemum, Coreopsis, Geum, Festuca, Echinacea, and Phlox.
Coach Your Customer
1. Space plants 10-12" apart in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
2. Water once a week or more often in dry weather. Fertilize once a month during the summer.
3. Deadhead spikes to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back dead foliage in early spring before new leaves emerge.
General Growing Tips For Your Rooted Cutting Liner
For best results with Bubblegum Candles, plant one rooted plug per 4-inch container. Use well-drained soil with a pH of 5.8-6.2, light feed (100-150 ppm N), an EC of 0.8-1.0, and average daily temperatures of 68 degrees. This plant doesn't require pinching and will respond to Paclobutrazol. This plant isn't prone to pests or disease.
Flowering
Pink flower spikes bloom in spring.
Pinching
This plant doesn't require pinching.
Spacing
Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base and foliage of each plant.
Height Control
Use a Paclobutrazol drench at 1-2 ppm if needed.
Pests
This plant isn't prone to pests.
Disease
This plant is disease resistant and not prone to signficant disease.
Planting Bubblegum Candles Liners
We recommend planting one rooted liner per 4-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepot in the center of the container.
Rooted Cuttings
Cuttings vary in size between different plant families. These rooted starter plants will arrive ready to be transplanted in to your final container. If they are to be used in a landscape application, you will need to establish them in a 4 inch pot or an 1801 before planting outside.
Veronica Bubblegum Candles Quick Reference Guide
| 4 Inch crop time | 8-10 Weeks |
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| Bloom Period | Spring |
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| Color | Pink |
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| Habit | Compact, Upright |
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| Height | 8-10 inches |
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| Light | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
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| Minimum Temp | 60 |
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| Perennial Zone | Zones 4-8 |
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| Water Needs | Light |
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| Patented Plant | Yes |
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