About
A compact, clump-forming perennial to around 30cm high, with slightly hairy, toothed grey-green leaves. Spikes of small, star-shaped vivid blue flowers are produced from late spring to early summer.
About the genus
Veronica can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs with paired leaves and small flowers usually in terminal or axillary racemes or spikes
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy, Columnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationThrives in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Will not tolerate waterlogging
PruningDeadhead to encourage further flowers. Remove faded flower stems in autumn
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, powdery mildews and leaf spot