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
Type: 
Non-Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Native Region: 
Eurasia
Africa
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Part Sun
Part Shade
Well-drained
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
Can be weedy
Used in traditional 19th century gardens

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