‘First Match’ speedwell Veronica longifolia 'First Match' Type:perennials Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinatorscutting garden plantsresistant: deerresistant: diseaseresistant: rabbit Hardiness:Zone 4 – 8 Mature Height:12-18in Light:part sun/afternoon shade (eastern exposure, 4+ hours sun)part to full sun (6 hours or more sun)sun (8+ hrs) Water:drought tolerant once established Bloom Color:purple Bloom Shape:spike Bloom Time:fallspringsummer Foliage:green Description The First series of Veronica features a compact habit with sturdy stems that hold spikes of flowers above deep green foliage from spring into fall. ‘First Match’ has lovely mauve-colored spires.