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Fill those patches of bare earth with style. The striking and unusual Viola cornuta ‘Molly Sanderson’ will cover ground with fresh green foliage all year. From April to July plants will then ‘wow’ with large, velvety, black blooms along with the exceptionally long flowering period. A closer look reveals hints of deep purple, and a small, golden eye at the centre. Let not its dainty appearance have you fooled though – this little, spreading evergreen originates from a wild species found in the Spanish Pyrenees, and is surprisingly robust. Perfect for planting beneath deciduous shrubs such as roses, at the front of borders or spilling over paths and container edges.Prefers fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil of any kind in full sun or partial shade. Height 20cm with a spread of 25cm. A hardy, evergreen perennial. Benefits from cutting back after flowering, to maintain a neat appearance and encourage a further flush of blooms.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Viola cornuta ‘Molly Sanderson’ 1 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Hardiness | H5 (-10 to -15°C) |
| Colour | Black |
| Format | 1 Litre Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| AGM | Yes |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Scented | Yes |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for hanging baskets | Yes |
| Good for Rockeries | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
| Good for groundcover | Yes |
