Veronica 'Heartbreaker'PBR (H/v)
hebe 'Heartbreaker'
An evergreen shrub whose green leaves are edged with cream and turn pink in colder weather. Lavender racemes of flowers are borne in summer. Plants reach 60cm in height and width
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
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Cream Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Purple | Cream Green | ||
Autumn | Cream Green | |||
Winter | Cream Green Pink |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H3Botanical 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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Prefers moist but well-drained soil in full sun or part-shade. Considered frost hardy
Propagation
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer for home use
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus
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