Viola macloskeyi var. pallens — Clump forming

Overview

Viola macloskeyi var. pallens is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Viola, part of the Violaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. Viola macloskeyi var. pallens grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, city and courtyard gardens, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

About

Viola macloskeyi var. pallens is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Viola genus, which includes a variety of growth forms with distinctive five-petalled flowers. This cultivar features evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage and thrives in moist, humus-rich soil, ideally in dappled shade but tolerating dry shade once established. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and suitable for full sun to partial shade in south-, west-, or east-facing aspects. Viola macloskeyi var. pallens is well suited to cottage and informal gardens, patios, city gardens, flower borders, and as underplanting for roses and shrubs, with spring as its season of interest.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Viola

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Viola macloskeyi var. pallens size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Evergreen, Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Viola macloskeyi var. pallens

Propagation: Seed sown in late winter or early spring
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Aphids, Glasshouse red spider mite, Violet gall midge
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews, Pansy leaf spot, A virus, A rust

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Viola macloskeyi var. pallens?

Viola macloskeyi var. pallens prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Viola macloskeyi var. pallens need?

Viola macloskeyi var. pallens is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Viola macloskeyi var. pallens hardy in the UK?

Viola macloskeyi var. pallens has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Viola macloskeyi var. pallens?

Seed sown in late winter or early spring.

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