Veronica subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' — Matforming, Bushy, Trailing, Upright

Overview

Veronica subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' is a matforming, bushy, trailing, upright shrubs in the genus Veronica, part of the Plantaginaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Veronica subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' 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 subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' is a shrub cultivar within the Veronica genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and sub-shrubs with opposite leaves and small flowers arranged in racemes or spikes. This cultivar exhibits a matforming, bushy, trailing, and upright habit, making it suitable for various garden settings. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to different soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Hardy across a range of UK conditions, it is ideal for borders, ground cover, rockeries, containers, and coastal gardens, with interest during 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 subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' 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 subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide'

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 subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide'?

Veronica subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Veronica subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' need?

Veronica subsessilis 'Blaue Pyramide' 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.