How to Grow Native Viola

Native Viola (Viola hederacea) is a perfect ground cover for the shady spots in the garden. It forms an extensive mat and carries violet-shaped flowers in white and purple. Great for use in rockeries, between shrubs, on sloping ground or even indoors.

Filtered sun to full shade

Water well to keep soil constantly moist

Well drained

Suitable for all climatic regions

How to grow native violas in a garden

Step 1

Choose a place in the garden that gets filtered sun or full shade. Prepare the planting area well by digging in a small amount of Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser.

Step 2

Dig the planting hole twice as wide and to the same depth as the root-ball. Remove the plant from the container, gently tease the roots.

Step 3

Position in hole and backfill with soil, gently firming down. Form a raised or doughnut shaped ring of soil around the outer edge of the plant's root zone. This helps keep water where it's needed. Always water in well after planting to settle the soil around the roots and keep the soil moist for several weeks while the new plant establishes.

Step 4

Mulch around the base with organic mulch, keeping it away from the base of the plant.

Step 5

Feed lightly twice a year with Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser.

How to grow native violas in a pot

Step 1

Choose a pot that is at least twice the size of the selected plant. Position in the garden or choose a position indoors that receives filtered sun or full shade.