An upright, perennial with scented pale lavender-blue flowers from late spring to early summer. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to June. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Viola elatior
An upright, perennial with scented pale lavender-blue flowers from late spring to early summer.
	
	
	Category: Perennials
	
	
							
											
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								| Generic | Viola | 
|---|---|
| Species | elatior | 
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | lavender, blue | 
| Soil | Fertile | 
| Aspect | Partial shade | 
| Foliage | Evergreen | 
| Height | 30cm | 
| Family | Violaceae | 
| Spread | 15cm | 
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright | 
| Fragrance | TRUE | 
| Foliage Colour | green | 
| Flowers From | May, June | 
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained | 
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy | 
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting | 
| Care | Keep moist in first year | 
| Border | Border, Rock garden | 
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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