Veronicastrum latifolium
Veronicastrum latifolium
Veronicastrum latifolium
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Description
Veronicastrum latifolium is an unusual representative of this genus of perennial plants, better known as Veronicastrum virginicum. It is a creeping plant, with long stems that are initially erect and then trailing, capable of rooting when in contact with the soil like periwinkle. Its small lavender-blue spike-like flowers bloom in late summer, with foliage that takes on beautiful bronze to red-purple tones until autumn. Semi-evergreen in winter, hardy and undemanding, this plant is an effective, original and elegant ground cover at the base of shrubs. Its naturally trailing habit will also work well when placed above a wall to cascade down.
Véronicastrum latifolium is native to China, specifically from the Sichuan province, and resistant to cold winters (-20°C). In nature, it is found in forests and groves or sometimes hanging on rocks, at altitudes from 300 to 500 m (984 to 1640ft). This perennial, sometimes called creeping veronica, develops green stems covered with short yellow hairs, which trail before reaching 50 cm (20in) and root on contact with the ground. Its rapid growth allows it to densely cover the ground in about 2 years, discouraging weeds. The foliage can persist in winter, disappearing completely in severe winters. The 4 to 7cm (2 to 3in) long and 2 to 5cm (1 to 2in) wide, triangular, slightly hairy leaves are strongly toothed along the edges. The unassuming flowers appear quite late, from late August to early October with small clusters or pompoms of 1 to 4 cm (0 to 2in), composed of tiny flowers with pale lavender-blue petals and prominent stamens in the leaf axils. After flowering, the foliage takes on beautiful yellow to pink and purple-violet colours if the plant receives some sunlight. In winter, the light green leaves that have remained attached to the stems, have a beautiful purple reverse.
Veronicastrum latifolium is a good ground cover, useful for landscaping the base of deciduous trees and shrubs, as long as the soil is not too dry. It is a good plant for partial shade or light shade, and will appreciate evening or morning sun and soil rich in humus. For example, place it in an exotic inspired group of plants, under Fatsias, Aralias, or at the base of bamboo. It will also thrive in a slightly cool and shaded rockery, or above a wall, with the yellow strawberry Waldsteinia ternata, which are also hardy.
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Veronicastrum
latifolium
Plantaginaceae
China
Planting and care
Plant Veronicastrum latifolium in spring or autumn, in humus-rich, moist, fertile and well-drained soil. Regular garden soil, lightened with compost and coarse sand, will be fine. Avoid very dry conditions and soils that dry out easily. It prefers dappled sunlight or partial shade with morning or evening sun. In complete shade or overly dense shade, the autumn colours will be much less vibrant. Water regularly in dry summers.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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