Veronica Joan Mac ('Tull304'PBR) (H)
hebe [Joan Mac]
An evergreen shrub with a compact rounded habit, with distinct glossy dark foliage for year round impact. Complemented with mid pink flower spikes over the summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Purple | ||
| Autumn | Purple | |||
| Winter | Purple |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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
Grows well in moderately fertile, well-drained soil, full sun for best foliage colour. May require winter protection in cold areas
Propagation
Propagate by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer with added bottom heat
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wildlife gardens
- Coastal
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pruning group 9, winter damage may need removing after a harsh winter
Pests
Maybe susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus
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