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Viola odorata 'Clive Groves'

Sweet Violet

Plant Type:

SHADE PERENNIALS

Viola odorata 'Clive Groves' - Extremely fragrant deep purple flowers are touched with violet on this very vigorous seedling selection of Sweet Violet. 'Clive Groves' sometimes will rebloom in the fall. Green leaves are heart-shaped. This is a clumping plant that may modestly increase its girth with short runners. Sweet Violet is a draw for both bees and butterfiles. Happiest in morning sun shielded from harsh afternoon sun. Prefers fertile evenly moist soil. Introduced by Charles Groves in 1985. Established potted Sweet Violet from division.


Height:

3-5 in

Colors:

Purple

Zone:

(4b)5 to 9
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Characteristics and Attributes for Viola odorata 'Clive Groves'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Spring
  • Autumn

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / Autumn

Nature Attraction

  • Hummingbirds
  • Deer Resistant
  • Honey Bees & Native Bees
  • Butterflies

Light

  • Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
  • Dappled Shade

Attributes

  • Cutting Garden
  • Rock Garden
  • Border
  • Cottage Garden
  • Edging
  • Climax Lawn
  • Natural Garden
  • Fragrant

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Soil

  • Moist
  • Fertile

Origins

  • Garden Origin

Propagated By

  • Division