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How to grow sweet violet
Also known as garden violet or English violet, sweet violet, (Viola odorata), is a hardy perennial that blooms in early spring, often following closely behind crocus and other spring bulbs. This sweet-smelling ground cover grows to heights of 4 to 8 inches, displaying dark green, heart-shaped leaves. Flowers are in shades of pink, rose, purple and white and double or single forms, depending on the variety. Sweet violet is suitable for planting. Department of Agriculture growing zones 5 through 9. It often blooms throughout the winter in zones 7 and above.1Plant sweet violet in moist, rich soil. If the soil...