Also known as Hebe Brachysiphon · Hooker's Hebe · Summer Bean
Veronica brachysiphon is a low-growing perennial with attractive, whorled leaves and spikes of delicate, usually white or pale blue flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost.
Light
25% intensity
Feed annually in spring with a balanced fertilizer or liquid feed during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Veronica brachysiphon regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Prune Veronica brachysiphon after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage a bushier habit. Remove dead or faded flower spikes and any damaged or crossing stems.
A light trim in late winter or early spring can also help stimulate new growth.
Propagate Veronica brachysiphon from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or from basal cuttings in early spring. Plant cuttings in a well-draining propagation mix and keep them moist in a warm, humid environment.
Seed propagation is also possible but may not produce true-to-type plants.
Repot Veronica brachysiphon every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of loam, sand, and compost.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering issues.
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Where Veronica Brachysiphon (Veronica brachysiphon) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Veronica |
| Species | Veronica brachysiphon |
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