About
A clump-forming perennial to around 65cm high, with oval to lance-shaped, serrated dark green leaves. Dense spikes of small, star-shaped violet flowers are produced from summer through to early autumn.
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 pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming, Bushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationThrives in well-drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate a range of soils and situations, except waterlogging
PruningDeadhead to encourage further flowers. Remove faded flower stems in autumn
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, powdery mildews and leaf spot