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Question: I was wondering what species of Veronica and Achillea would be the northeast natives that I could plant in a …

• Question

  I was wondering what species of Veronica and Achillea would be the northeast natives that I could plant in a garden? It seems V. americana is associated with very wet conditions (correct) and that would not be suitable. Thanks!

  Answer

  Dear mhughes30@cox.net, Great question. The Achillea is easiest. Our widespread yarrow that is seen in fields and along roadsides is a native species (Achillea millefolium subsp. lanulosa). As for the species of Veronica, that would do well in a garden (i.e., are not wetland species)--this is a little harder. Most of our native species are wetland plants. Both Veronica peregrina subsp. peregrina and Veronica serpyllifolia subsp. humifusa are both native, upland species of speedwell. Care must be taken because each of these species has another subspecies found in the northeast that is non-native (i.e., you must acquire the exact subspecies that I've listed here). If you need clarification on anything, feel free to email me at ahaines[at]newenglandwild.org and I can discuss further.