A dense spreading perennial with heart-shaped, dark purplish green leaves. Violet blue flowers from late spring to early summer. Self-seeds rapidly. Max Height 10cm to 20cm. Max Spread 20cm to 40cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Viola riviniana ‘Purpurea’
A dense spreading perennial with heart-shaped, dark purplish green leaves. Violet blue flowers from late spring to early summer. Self-seeds rapidly.
Additional information
| Generic | Viola |
|---|---|
| Species | riviniana |
| Varietry | 'Purpurea' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | violet, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 10cm, 20cm |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Spread | 20cm, 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, purple |
| 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, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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