About Veronica pimeleoides Hook.fil.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
Veronica pimeleoides Hook.fil., which has the synonym Hebe pimeleoides, is a flowering plant belonging to the family Plantaginaceae.
Endemic Distribution
This species is endemic to the dry mountain regions of Marlborough and Canterbury, located in the South Island of New Zealand.
Growth Habit and Size
It is a low-growing evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 60 cm (24 in).
Foliage and Flower Characteristics
It produces grey-green, spear-shaped leaves that measure 7–10 mm in length, and its flowers are pale lilac in color.
Cultivar Recognition
The compact cultivated variety 'Quicksilver', which has blue-grey leaves and white flowers, has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Cultivar Cultivation Requirements
This cultivar is hardy down to temperatures of −5 °C (23 °F), and grows best in a sheltered position that receives either full sun or partial shade.
