About
A compact, loosely cushion-forming shrublet to 15cm tall with stems clothed in closely overlapping, narrowly oblong leaves to 4mm long covered in fine hairs. White flowers in one to three pairs are borne close to 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
HabitMatforming, Bushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesRock garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden
Native toNew Zealand (S.Island)
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningNo pruning required
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