Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) — Bushy

Overview

Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden and wildlife gardens.

About

Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu' PBR) is a bushy evergreen shrub cultivar within the Veronica genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and sub-shrubs with opposite leaves and small flowers in racemes or spikes. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for various garden aspects and exposures. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils ranging from chalk to sand with neutral to alkaline pH, and it is hardy to UK zone H4. Flowering in spring and summer, it is well suited to city gardens, cottage and informal settings, gravel gardens, and wildlife-friendly spaces.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Veronica

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR)

Propagation: Propagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistance: High Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR)?

Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) need?

Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) hardy in the UK?

Veronica longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR) 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 longifolia Forever Blue ('Balverevlu'PBR)?

Propagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings.

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