Viola odorata
SWEET VIOLET
Violaceae

 
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Plant type: semi-herbaceous stoloniferous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
0.1m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia

Other Botanical Names: Viola sarmentosa

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Viola odorata
SWEET VIOLET
Violaceae

 

  Plant type: semi-herbaceous stoloniferous soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
0.1m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in purple, crimson, pink or white

Flowering Time: early spring to mid spring, mid winterlate winter


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental & cottage designs

Uses: informal edging, mass planting, groundcovers, border, between pavers, crevice

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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