Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) — Matforming, Bushy, Trailing, Upright

Overview

Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) is a matforming, bushy, trailing, upright shrubs in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) 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 'Grace Kelly' is a cultivar of the Veronica genus, which includes shrubs with a variety of growth habits such as matforming, bushy, trailing, and upright. These plants typically have opposite leaves and small flowers arranged in terminal or axillary racemes or spikes. 'Grace Kelly' thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade and is hardy across several UK zones (H4 to H7). It is suitable for use in borders, ground cover, rockeries, containers, and coastal gardens, offering interest during spring and summer seasons.

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 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) 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 'Grace Kelly' (H/v)

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 'Grace Kelly' (H/v)?

Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) need?

Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) 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 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) hardy in the UK?

Veronica 'Grace Kelly' (H/v) 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 'Grace Kelly' (H/v)?

Seed, Division, Semi-ripe cuttings.

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