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Viola blanda

Family Violaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
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Description The herbaceous perennial Viola blanda (woodland white violet) bears showy, variegated white and dark purple and fragrant blooms during mid spring to late spring. The foliage is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Ground cover.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Viola blanda .
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Viola blanda (woodland white violet) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.