About
A compact evergreen shrub to 60cm tall, with rich green foliage in summer deepening to purple red in winter. The spikes of white tinted lilac flowers are produced in summer and contrast with the golden stems.
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
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrows in well in well-drained alkaline to neutral soil in sun.
PruningPruning group 9. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain the shape
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings rooted in late summer or early autumn with bottom heat but only for your own use
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus