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Veronica Purple Shamrock ('Neprock'PBR) (H/v)
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hebe [Purple Shamrock]

A bushy evergreen shrub with green-edged yellow, and occasional purple striped leaves and deep purple stems in winter. Purple-blue flowers are produced throughout the summer

Synonyms
Veronica 'Neprock'PBR
Hebe 'Neprock'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Purple Green Purple Yellow
Summer Purple Blue Purple Green Purple Yellow
Autumn Purple Green Yellow Purple
Winter Green Purple Yellow
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or North–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Plantaginaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
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

Trade

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile ,neutral to slightly alkaline soil in sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in late summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Pruning group 9, little or no pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

May be susceptible to leaf spot, downy mildew and root rot may be a problem

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