About
A low-growing, evergreen shrub to around 15cm tall with dark stems bearing tiny, leathery, rounded green to blue green leaves up to 6mm long. Clusters of white flowers are borne at the stem tips in 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, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy, Matforming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningPruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceHigh Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus