About
An upright evergreen shrub with captivating leaves throughout the year, new spring leaves open as purpley pink and mature into intense green with creamy-white margins, progressing to pale yellow margins. Racemes of magenta pink flowers appear from late spring to early 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
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, City and courtyard gardens, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrows well in moderately fertile, well-drained soil, full sun for best foliage colour and keeping it all 'Boop be doop'. May require winter protection in cold areas
PruningPruning group 9, winter damage may need removing after a harsh winter
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer for home use
Pest resistanceMaybe susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus