About
A perennial alpine wildflower, to around 10cm high, with creeping rhizomes and kidney-shaped green leaves with scalloped edges. Small, bright yellow flowers, with purple-brown veining on the lower petals, are produced in late spring and summer.
About the genus
Viola can be annuals, biennials or deciduous or evergreen perennials, with simple or pinnately lobed leaves and 5-petalled flowers of characteristic shape
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial, Alpine Rockery
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Wildflower meadow
Native toN Hemisphere
Care notes
CultivationThrives in moist soil in a sheltered position with protection from strong sunlight and cold, drying winds
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids and violet leaf midges
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free, but may be susceptible to pansy leaf spot, powdery mildews, a rust and virus diseases