Overview
Viola 'Sweeties' mixed is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Viola, part of the Violaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. Viola 'Sweeties' mixed 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 'Sweeties' mixed is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Viola genus, known for its evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage and distinctive five-petalled flowers. It thrives in moist, humus-rich soil and can tolerate full sun if kept moist, making it suitable for a range of garden aspects including south, west, and east-facing positions. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is well-suited to various soil types and pH levels, flourishing in both exposed and sheltered locations. It is ideal for cottage gardens, patios, city spaces, flower borders, and as underplanting beneath roses and shrubs, offering seasonal interest from spring through to autumn.
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 'Sweeties' mixed 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 'Sweeties' mixed
- 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 'Sweeties' mixed?
Viola 'Sweeties' mixed prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Viola 'Sweeties' mixed need?
Viola 'Sweeties' mixed 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 'Sweeties' mixed hardy in the UK?
Viola 'Sweeties' mixed 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 'Sweeties' mixed?
Seed sown in late winter or early spring.
More in the Viola genus
- Viola 'Imperial Antique Shades'
- Viola 'Ab5131'PBR
- Viola 'Alice Witter' (Vt)
- Viola 'Beatrice' (Vtta)
- Viola 'Black Knight'
- Viola 'Caroline' (Va)
- Viola 'Cinders' (Vtta)
- Viola 'Clover' (Va)