Veronica longifolia 'Pink Eveline'PBR

RHS Plant Profile
garden speedwell 'Pink Eveline'

Synonyms

Veronica 'Pink Eveline'

Plants for pollinators
Herbaceous Perennial

A compact, clump-forming perennial to around 50cm high, with upright stems and long, narrow, serrated dark green leaves. Spikes of pink flowers with purple stamens are produced from mid to late summer

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Plantaginaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy, Clump forming
Genus
Veronica can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs with paired leaves and small flowers usually in terminal or axillary racemes or spikes
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in sun or light shade, in moist, well-drained soil that does not dry out. Mulching is beneficial on drier soils. Will not tolerate waterlogging

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or autumn. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Remove faded flower stems in autumn

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

May be susceptible to downy mildews, powdery mildews and leaf spot