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About Birdeye Speedwell
Birdeye Speedwell is a relatively rare houseplant đż that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light âïž and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Birdeye Speedwell likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Birdeye Speedwell belongs to the Veronica genus, and is native to Europe and Asia.
Taxonomy
Veronica persica
Veronica
Plantaginaceae
Lamiales
Also known as
Persian speedwell, Common field-speedwell, Large field speedwell, Bird's-eye and Winter speedwell

How to care for Birdeye Speedwell

How often to water your Birdeye Speedwell

every 9
Birdeye Speedwell needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Birdeye Speedwell in your home

a window
Birdeye Speedwell love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Birdeye Speedwell does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Birdeye Speedwell in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Birdeye Speedwell

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Birdeye Speedwell after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Birdeye Speedwell prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Birdeye Speedwell requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Birdeye Speedwell does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Birdeye Speedwell should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Birdeye Speedwell grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Propagation
The seeds of Birdeye Speedwell can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Birdeye Speedwell
Birdeye Speedwell
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
