Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) (speedwell 'Atomic Violet') — Matforming, Bushy, Trailing, Upright

Overview

Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) is a matforming, bushy, trailing, upright shrubs in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4, H5, H6, H7. Suggested uses include borders, ground cover, rockeries, containers and coastal gardens.

About

Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) is a cultivar of Veronica, a genus that includes annuals, perennials, and sub-shrubs with opposite leaves and small flowers arranged in racemes or spikes. This cultivar is a matforming, bushy shrub with an upright or trailing habit, suitable for various garden aspects and exposures. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade and is hardy across a range of UK conditions (H4 to H7). 'Atomic Violet' is valued for its spring and summer interest and is ideal for borders, ground cover, rockeries, containers, and coastal gardens.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Veronica

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing, North-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4, H5, H6, H7

Plant details

Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Matforming, Bushy, Trailing, Upright
Foliage: Evergreen, Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Suggested uses: Borders, Ground cover, Rockeries, Containers, Coastal gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series)

Propagation: Seed, Division, Semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids
Disease resistance: Downy mildews, Powdery mildews, Leaf spot, Phytophthora, Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series)?

Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) need?

Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (Atomic Ray Series) hardy in the UK?

Veronica 'Atomic Violet' (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 Violet' (Atomic Ray Series)?

Seed, Division, Semi-ripe cuttings.

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