Veronica gentianoides Tissington White
£15.00
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notes
The beautiful Veronica Tissington White is a mat-forming, compact perennial which throws up striking, candle-like spires of white flowers, veined and lightly flushed with pale lilac, which are super-abundant and attractive to butterflies. It likes a sunny spot at the front of the border or in a container.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x 50cm (1ft 7in) over 5 years
Features
Container
Cottage garden
Cutting garden
Perennials
Pollinator Friendly
Prairie planting
Summer Garden
notes
The beautiful Veronica Tissington White is a mat-forming, compact perennial which throws up striking, candle-like spires of white flowers, veined and lightly flushed with pale lilac, which are super-abundant and attractive to butterflies. It likes a sunny spot at the front of the border or in a container.
Insights
According to legend, Saint Veronica used her handkerchief to soothe Christ’s brow and the markings left behind resemble the flower spires, hence the name. This variety was found in a garden in Tissington, Derbyshire.
Details
- Flowers: June - August
- Hardy
Planting
- All soil types
- South, East or West aspect
- Full sun or partial shade
Care
Cut back the flower spikes after flowering.
Glossary