Veronica chamaedrys, commonly known as Germander Speedwell or Bird’s-eye Speedwell, is an herbaceous perennial native to a variety of habitats in Europe, including grasslands, open woodlands, and meadows. It is also found in North America and New Zealand as an introduced species. This plant typically grows up to 8 inches tall and features hairy stems on two opposite sides, with triangular, crenate (scalloped-edged) leaves. The deep blue, four-lobed flowers are strikingly beautiful and bloom from April to June, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Germander Speedwell is valued for its vibrant blue flowers and is often used in rock gardens, borders, and as ground cover. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils, although it can tolerate a range of soil conditions. This plant is relatively low maintenance, but it can spread quickly, potentially becoming invasive in some regions. It is important to manage its growth to prevent it from overtaking other plants in the garden. In areas where it is not invasive, it can provide excellent ground cover and erosion control.CC BY-SA 4.0