Veronica stricta
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An evergreen, erect, bushy shrub reaching to 2m or more in height. Dull green, lance-shaped leaves are up to 11cm long and small, scented, white to pinkish-white flowers are borne in drooping spikes up to 22cm in length
Scientific classification
- Species
- Veronica stricta (Veronica stricta)
- Genus
- Veronica
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Veronica stricta
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Veronica stricta
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Veronica stricta care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and midsummer
Pruning
PruningPrune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
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Common pests and 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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