Viola odorata
A stemless violet spreading by rhizomes. Seen mostly in lawns and populated areas, or disturbed sites. Many color forms are in cultivation, from white, through peachy-yellow, to pink and purple. Fragrant.
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
English violet
sweet violet
sweet violet
Type:
Non-Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Native Region:
Eurasia
Africa
Africa
Moisture:
Dry
Moist
Moist
Light:
Part Sun
Part Shade
Part Shade
Well-drained
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
Can be weedy
Used in traditional 19th century gardens
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
Can be weedy
Used in traditional 19th century gardens