Viola odorata |
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Sweet Violet, English Violet |
Description
This plant is a partial shade loving, woodland, herbaceous perennial. Flowers can be candied. Use in shady locations for water conservation.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Violet, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Meadow
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.