Overview
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) is a clump forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, city and courtyard gardens and wildlife gardens.
About
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte' (garden speedwell 'Charlotte') is a clump-forming, columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the Plantaginaceae family. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for east, south, or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of chalk, clay, or loam with acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. 'Charlotte' is of interest during spring and summer.
About the genus
Veronica is the largest genus in the flowering plant family Plantaginaceae, with about 500 species. It was formerly classified in the family Scrophulariaceae. Common names include speedwell, bird's eye, and gypsyweed.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Veronica
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, City and courtyard gardens, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v)
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildews, Fungal leaf spot, Fungal rot, Phytophthora, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v)?
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) need?
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay and loam. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) grow?
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) hardy in the UK?
Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Veronica longifolia 'Charlotte'PBR (v)?
Division.
More in the Veronica genus
- Veronica 'Silver Swallow' (H)
- Veronica exaltataSpeedwell
- Veronica teucriumSpeedwell
- Veronica teucrium 'Blue Fountain'Speedwell
- Veronica teucrium 'Crater Lake Blue'Speedwell
- Veronica teucrium 'Royal Blue'Speedwell
- Veronica townsonii (H)
- Veronica 'Mrs Adamson'Speedwell