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.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Viola |
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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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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