Veronica, Giles Van Hees #1
Veronica Giles Van Hees
Veronica spicata 'Giles Van Hees'
Height: Typically 6–10 inches tall
Spread: Approximately 12–18 inches wide
Spacing: Plant 12–18 inches apart for full coverage
Growth Rate: Moderate
Deciduous
Description
Veronica Giles Van Hees is a stunning, compact perennial that delivers a bold splash of color to the landscape. From early summer through late summer, its vibrant pink flower spikes rise above fresh green foliage, creating a satisfying contrast that brightens borders, pathways, and rock gardens. The tidy, mounding habit makes this plant an excellent choice for edging, mass plantings, or container displays. With its long bloom time and polished appearance, this variety is one of the finest selections for adding lasting interest and structure to sunny spaces.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots and encourage abundant blooms; once established, requires minimal supplemental watering except in prolonged dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 1–2 inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming; cut back in late fall after foliage dies back
With its bright pink flower spikes, refined habit, and long-lasting blooms, Veronica Giles Van Hees is a showstopping addition to any landscape, offering color, texture, and seasonal brilliance year after year.
