About
A compact evergreen shrub to 60cm tall, with glossy green leaves in summer turning dark reddish-brown in winter. Short spikes of white tinted purple flowers are produced 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
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationEasy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in sun
PruningPruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings for home use only
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus