| | | Family | Violaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 7b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H3 Australia: 1 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Spread | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Light | partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | The herbaceous perennial Viola striata (pale violet) bears showy blossoms during mid spring to early summer. | | Typical Uses | Ground cover. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Viola striata . | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Viola striata (pale violet) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |