Viola 'Heartthrob'

Violas tend to have smaller flowers than closely related pansies, and are usually more tolerant of summer heat. Like pansies, violas are used in bedding displays, hanging baskets and patio containers, and work well when grown with spring-flowering bulbs. The flowers of many species are edible and may be eaten in salads.

Viola ‘Heartthrob’ has striking, heart-shaped leaves with a large, burgundy centre and a lime green margin. Contrasting pink flowers appear in spring. 'Heartthrob' makes a good ground-cover plant and is well suited to growing in containers, hanging baskets and bedding displays at the front of the border. For best results, grow in moist but well-drained soil in partial shade. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering, and divide clumps every autumn.