Veronica sibirica — Matforming, Bushy, Trailing, Upright

Overview

Veronica sibirica is a matforming, bushy, trailing, upright shrubs in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Veronica sibirica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4, H5, H6, H7. Suggested uses include borders, ground cover, rockeries, containers and coastal gardens.

About

Veronica sibirica is a shrub cultivar within the Veronica genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and sub-shrubs known for their opposite leaves and small flowers arranged in terminal or axillary racemes or spikes. This cultivar can exhibit a matforming, bushy, trailing, or upright habit and may be evergreen, semi-evergreen, or deciduous. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for borders, ground cover, rockeries, containers, and coastal gardens, it is hardy across a range of UK conditions and flowers in spring and summer.

About the genus

Veronica is the largest genus in the flowering plant family Plantaginaceae, with about 500 species. It was formerly classified in the family Scrophulariaceae. Common names include speedwell, bird's eye, and gypsyweed.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Veronica

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing, North-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4, H5, H6, H7

Plant details

Veronica sibirica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Matforming, Bushy, Trailing, Upright
Foliage: Evergreen, Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Suggested uses: Borders, Ground cover, Rockeries, Containers, Coastal gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Veronica sibirica

Propagation: Seed, Division, Semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids
Disease resistance: Downy mildews, Powdery mildews, Leaf spot, Phytophthora, Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Veronica sibirica?

Veronica sibirica prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Veronica sibirica need?

Veronica sibirica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Veronica sibirica hardy in the UK?

Veronica sibirica has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Veronica sibirica?

Seed, Division, Semi-ripe cuttings.

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