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Viola x wittrockiana

Family Violaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Viola x wittrockiana (pansy) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, multi-coloured white and fragrant flowers during mid-spring to early summer. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Viola x wittrockiana (pansy) has showy stems.
Typical Uses Annual, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging and foundation.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.