Veronica tetrasticha (H)

A low-growing, evergreen shrub to 20cm tall with slender shoots that are cross-shaped in cross section and covered with overlapping, triangular, scale-like leaves that clasp the stems at their base. Clusters of 2-6 white flowers are rarely produced in late spring and summer at the stem tips
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime 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 | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green | ||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter | Green |
Position
- 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, 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
Correct
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
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
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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