Veronica pulvinaris (H)

A cushion-forming, evergreen alpine forming a low mound of greyish-green to green, tiny, awl-shaped and densely-hairy leaves to 5cm high. Small white flowers are borne just above the leaves from late spring into early summer
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | White | Green Grey Silver | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full shade
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- 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
Correct
- Plant range
- New Zealand (S.Island)
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Rock garden
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
High Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus
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