Veronica punicea

How to Grow and Care for Veronica punicea

Veronica punicea · Veronica punicea

Grow in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in a sunny position. See Hebe cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing Veronica punicea

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Grow in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in a sunny position. See Hebe cultivation

How to Water Veronica punicea?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Veronica punicea?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Veronica punicea?

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What Soil Is Best for Veronica punicea?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Veronica punicea?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Veronica punicea?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Veronica punicea?

Prune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.

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How to Propagate Veronica punicea?

Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, or by semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in late summer or early autumn

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How to Transplant Veronica punicea?

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How to Care for Veronica punicea in Winter?

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How to Plant Veronica punicea?

Grow in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in a sunny position. See Hebe cultivation

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How to Repot Veronica punicea?

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How to Harvest Veronica punicea?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

High Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

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The Toxicity of Veronica punicea

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Attributes of Veronica punicea

Plant typeShrubs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginNew Zealand (North Island)

Scientific Classification

Species
Veronica punicea
Genus
Veronica
Family
Plantaginaceae
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FAQs About Veronica punicea

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