Veronica Spicata ‘Ulster Blue Dwarf’

Veronica Spicata ‘Ulster Blue Dwarf’ is a compact perennial that produces dense, slender spires of star-shaped, deep blue flowers.

These striking flowers appear between June and August, above lance-shaped, hairy and toothed leaves.

Reaching an eventual height and spread of around 30-40cm, this compact deciduous perennial is perfect for the front of a summer border or in pots in a container garden.

It is hardy through most of the UK down to around -5 degrees and requires exceptionally low maintenance. It should be planted in a position of full or partial sun, into moist but well drained, neutral, acidic or alkaline soil. Watch for powdery or downy mildew and deadhead after flowering.

Details

• Veronica Spicata ‘Ulster Blue Dwarf’ in a 2 litre pot
• Flower colour: Blue
• Foliage colour: Green
• Position: Full sun
• Aspect: West-facing, South-facing or East-facing
• Soil moisture: Moist but well drained
• Soil pH: Acidic, Alkaline or Neutral
• Hardiness: Hardy through most of the UK down to -5 degrees
• Flowering period: June to August
• Plant height: 40cm
• Plant width: 40cm