Viola ‘Sawyers Black’

Description

(Viola tricolor)

A soft stemmed, low growing perennial viola with masses of purple black flowers from spring to autumn.

POSITION & USES

Plant in well cultivated soil enriched with organic matter. Choose a lightly shaded position or one which receives only morning sun. Suited to garden edges and naturalising under deciduous trees.

CULTIVATION

Little care is required, except to maintain soil moisture in the summer months and a light trim if needed.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed will keep it looking its best.

Plant Attributes

HAT COLOUR Black
SPECIAL QUALITIES Unusual and appealing, velvety purple-black flowers.
FLOWERS Masses of purple black flowers from spring to autumn.
PLANTS NEEDED PER SQUARE METRE 12
HABIT A soft stemmed, low growing perennial viola.
WIDTH 25cm
HEIGHT 15cm