Plant at the same level as in the pot with the crown at soil surface. Plant 20-30cm apart.
Soil
Humus rich, cool and well drained soil is ideal.
Aspect
Filtered Light is ideal. They won’t flower in deep shade.
Climate
Cool to Mediterranean
Frost
Hardy
Water
Water to establish, then only if rainfall is low during active growth.
Fertiliser
Compost is the best food for Parma Violets, if that isn’t available a general purpose fertiliser in autumn is just fine. In pots, a diluted liquid fertiliser is ideal.
Flowering Time
Late autumn to spring. ‘Rosina’, ‘Freckles’: Spring to summer
After Flower Care
Pinch out spent flowers. Cut back to one third if the plant becomes leggy.
Notes
Remove runners to increase flower production - or allow them to spread, then begin pruning. Ideal under deciduous trees as winter sun encourages flower production. Protect the foliage from slugs and snails. Divide in spring as required. They mingle beautifully with Hellebores, Hostas and the like.
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