About
A bushy evergreen shrub with green-edged yellow, and occasional purple striped leaves and deep purple stems in winter. Purple-blue flowers are produced throughout the 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, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile ,neutral to slightly alkaline soil in sun or partial shade
PruningPruning group 9, little or no pruning required
PropagationPropagate by root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in late summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to leaf spot, downy mildew and root rot may be a problem