About
A clump-forming perennial with long-stalked, basal leaves, elliptic to oblong in shape up to 5cm long and with sharply-toothed margins. Flowering stems to 35cm tall bear small, stalkless stem leaves covered in fine, grey hairs and produce dense terminal spikes of small, purple flowers from spring into early 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, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
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, Gravel garden
Native toNW Americas
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a mosit but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division
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