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Veronica angustissima

Also Known As

Hebe salicifolia var. angustissima
Veronica salicifolia var. angustissima

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Veronica angustissima plant details

Veronica angustissima is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronica angustissima

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronica angustissima

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long skinny leaves and slender white, purple-blushed panicles of flowers that arch softly outward on this evergreen shrub. A beautiful fine texture makes a fine low screen or foundation planting to an eventual 5 to 6 ft. tall and wide. Sun to light shade. Regular summer water where dry and good drainage. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.