"The Veronica æRoyal CandlesÆ, Veronica spicata, also known as Speedwell, is an easy to grow perennial that adds beauty to any garden. This new Veronica is the most disease resistant perennial in its family. æRoyal CandlesÆ produces wonderful dark blue, candle flowers from June till September. Veronica can be used as a ground cover, in mass plantings or along borders. Try æRoyal CandlesÆ with Hemerocallis æStella de OroÆ or Veronica æWhite IciclesÆ. Veronica is great for the first time gardener plus it is deer resistant."