Veronica 'Silver Dollar'
hebe Silver Dollar
A compact, low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub, Veronica 'Silver Dollar' has stunning variegated foliage. Grey-green, cream-edged leaves turn vividly burgundy in autumn,...
2 litre pot
£19.99
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
A compact, low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub, Veronica 'Silver Dollar' has stunning variegated foliage. Grey-green, cream-edged leaves turn vividly burgundy in autumn, whilst in winter, the cream margins turn magenta pink. Short, lilac-blue flowers, fading to white appear in early to mid-summer.
This hebe makes an attractive low, informal hedge and is a useful plant for urban or coastal gardens, it needs protection from cold, drying winds.
This hebe makes an attractive low, informal hedge and is a useful plant for urban or coastal gardens, it needs protection from cold, drying winds.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Veronica Silver Dollar:
Plant in well-drained soil with added well-rotted compost to improve fertility and structure. Incorporating mycorrhizal fungi at planting helps establish strong root growth.
Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot in a sheltered position, as hebes prefer warm, protected locations. Water regularly until established, then they become more drought-tolerant and require minimal care except in very dry summers where additional irrigation will support leaf and flower development.
Pruning is usually unnecessary, but you can remove misplaced or frost-damaged branches in late spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth. Avoid hard pruning into old wood, as hebes may not regrow from bare stems. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote flowering and overall health.
In colder regions, mulch around the base in autumn to offer some winter protection. Protect the foliage with horticutural fleece if severe or prolonged frost is forecast.
Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot in a sheltered position, as hebes prefer warm, protected locations. Water regularly until established, then they become more drought-tolerant and require minimal care except in very dry summers where additional irrigation will support leaf and flower development.
Pruning is usually unnecessary, but you can remove misplaced or frost-damaged branches in late spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth. Avoid hard pruning into old wood, as hebes may not regrow from bare stems. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote flowering and overall health.
In colder regions, mulch around the base in autumn to offer some winter protection. Protect the foliage with horticutural fleece if severe or prolonged frost is forecast.
