About
A herbaceous perennial to 35cm tall, forming a tuft of large, toothed leaves. In mid-summer, finely hairy flowerspikes are produced, bearing closely arranged, pale yellow flowers.
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 typeLoam
Soil pHAcid
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitTufted
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Native toColorado
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist, acid soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division when dormant, or sow seed as soon as ripe in containers in a cold frame
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceHigh Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus