Veronica polita, commonly known as Grey Field-Speedwell, is an annual herbaceous plant native to a variety of habitats in Eurasia, including the British Isles, western Asia, and northern Africa. It has also naturalized in parts of North America. This plant typically grows in disturbed sites, field margins, and along roadsides. It reaches a modest height of 5-15 cm and has a prostrate growth habit, forming mats of foliage. The stems are hairy, and the leaves are dull green, ovate, and opposite. From spring to autumn, it produces small, bright blue flowers with four petals that are quite showy despite their size. The flowers are followed by heart-shaped seed capsules.

Grey Field-Speedwell is appreciated for its delicate flowers and can be used as a ground cover in garden settings. It is low maintenance and can tolerate a range of soil types, though it prefers moist, well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun to partial shade. While it can be an attractive addition to gardens, it is important to be aware of its potential to become invasive outside its native range. It can spread rapidly and may outcompete native vegetation. Gardeners should check local regulations and consider its invasive potential before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0