Germander speedwell is a hardy perennial known for its delicate blue flowers. According to the books, they bloom from April to June. The plant is an excellent nectar source for solitary bees and can be grown in the garden.
Rising temperatures in spring drive earlier blooming, as warmer conditions trigger the awakening of perennial plants like Germander speedwell. This may cause ‘ecological mismatches, where plants are no longer in sync with the pollinators that depend on them.