Viola odorata 'Alba'
£6.50The pure white form of the sweet violet. In all ways it is the same as the more usual blue/violet w... [full details]
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Proceed To CheckoutAspect: Full Shade
Aspect: Light/Partial Shade
Soil Type: Moist But Well-Drained
Colour: White & Blue
Very rounded white petals with violet streaks and a superb scent. Bred by the Windward Violet Nurseries in the 1930's and descended from Viola 'Princess of Wales'.
Grows well in semi-shade or Full Shade";"Soil Type=with free draining, fertile soil.
Height: 15cm
Sweet violets have been grown for over 2000 years and were the symbol of ancient Athens. Violets were used in cookery in mediaeval times and strewn in rooms to disguise unpleasant smells. Essential oil is extracted from the flowers and is still used today in the perfume industry.
Common name(s): Sweet violet
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