About
A low, spreading evergreen perennial, with creeping stems and small, coarsely toothed, glossy green leaves flushed with dark red. Small, pale lavender-blue flowers with darker veins are produced in late spring, sometimes with a smaller rebloom in late summer.
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
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationThrives in sun or light shade, in well-drained soil that does not dry out. Will not tolerate waterlogging, protect from excess winter wet
PruningRake out any brown leaves before new growth begins in spring. Can be cut back after flowering to maintain a compact shape
PropagationPropagate by division
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to downy mildews, powdery mildews and leaf spot