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Viola tricolor

Family Violaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 8 - 15 cm (3 - 6 in)
Spread 10 - 30 cm (4 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Viola tricolor (johnny jump up) bears showy, striped and multi-coloured white and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid spring to mid-autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, culinary, ground cover and wild flower.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Viola tricolor (johnny jump up) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.