Veronica ‘Jasper’

Synonym: Hebe ‘Jasper’

Description:

A tray of seedlings labeled V. odora was discovered, originating from seeds gathered at Craigieburn, near Arthur’s Pass, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, likely a hybrid of V. odora. It grows into an evergreen dome of vibrant green leaves, reaching up to 20 cm in height and width. The leaves are spear-shaped, glossy yellow-green, and up to 7 mm long. Tiny white flowers bloom from May to June. It is hardy in the UK.

Threat Status: Threatened In Cultivation As assessed by the Plant Heritage Threatened Plants Programme. For more details see www.plantheritage.org.uk/conservation/threatened-plants/