Overview
Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) is a bushy evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Veronica, which includes annuals, perennials, and sub-shrubs with opposite leaves and small flowers arranged in racemes or spikes. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H4, it suits a range of garden settings such as city courtyards, cottage gardens, gravel gardens, and wildlife-friendly areas. It is best grown in fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Veronica
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series)
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- High Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series)?
Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) need?
Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) hardy in the UK?
Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Veronica 'Atomic Pink-White Ray' (Atomic Ray Series)?
Propagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Veronica genus
- Veronica agrestisgreen field speedwell
- Veronica catenatapink water speedwell
- Veronica copelandii
- Veronica elliptica 'Anatoki' (H)hebe 'Anatoki'
- Veronica fruticansrock speedwell
- Veronica gentianoides 'Maihimmel'
- Veronica orsiniana 'Sappheiros'
- Veronica peduncularis M. Bieb.
