Viola hederacea
An Australian native perennial groundcover with tight rounded to kidney shaped leaves. Grows is a sprawling manner making an excellent dense groundcover with decorative mauve and white flowers, that appear sporadically throughout the year. Flowers are edible.
Cultural
Viola hederacea is best grown in a position protected from harsh afternoon sun. Will cope with light frost once established.
Soil:
Tolerates any well-drained soil.
Aspect:
Full sun (morning) to part shade.
Maintenance:
Foliage and spent flowers can be cut back as required to maintain tidy appearance. Apply a liquid fertiliser in early summer or spring to promote healthy growth.
Water Requirements:
Will not tolerate extended dry periods, ensure adequate watering.
Seasonal Interest:
Intermittent flowering year-round.
Landscape Uses
A versatile compact groundcover suitable for rockeries, cascading over walls and pots or filling in between pavers. Use for underplanting trees, along garden edges, or in hanging basket displays. Viola hederacea can also be used as a lawn substitute in light foot traffic areas.
Dimensions
Height 10cm to 15cm
Width 50cm to 1m
Width 50cm to 1m