Veronica spicata Ulster Dwarf Blue

Veronica ‘Ulster Dwarf Blue’ is a compact, clump-forming perennial that produces densely packed spikes of clear, bright blue flowers through summer, sitting neatly above fresh green foliage. It’s a brilliant front-of-border plant, perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens, edging, rockeries and containers—small in size, big on impact. Regular deadheading helps keep the display going for longer, and its tidy habit makes it an easy fit in both cottage and modern planting schemes.

Planting Instructions

When to Plant:

Plant bare roots in autumn or spring when the soil is workable, avoiding periods of frost or waterlogging.

Where to Plant:
Choose a spot in full sun (best flowering) or light/partial shade with moist but well-drained soil. Veronica spicata is ideal for front-of-border planting, rockeries, gravel gardens (with some moisture), and pots and containers.

How to Plant:

• Depth: Plant so the crown sits just at or slightly below the soil surface.
• Spacing: Space plants 30–40 cm apart to allow clumps to fill out and maintain airflow.
• Soil Prep: Work in a little garden compost to help establishment. If soil is heavy, add horticultural grit to improve drainage.

Watering:
Water well after planting. Keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once settled, it’s fairly resilient, but will flower best if watered during prolonged dry spells.

Aftercare Tips:

• Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage further blooms.
• Cut back old stems in autumn or early spring as new growth starts.
• Divide clumps every 3–4 years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour.

Top Tip:
For a really punchy blue display, plant ‘Ulster Dwarf Blue’ in small groups and pair with Achillea, Salvias and ornamental grasses for long-lasting colour and great pollinator value.

Plant Details

Flowering Period:

June – August (often into September with deadheading)

Height:
Approx. 30 cm

Spread:
Up to about 45 cm

Position:
Full sun (best) / Partial shade

Hardy Perennial (clump-forming)