Friday, March 15, 2013

Persian Violet Featured Plant of The Day

Exacum affine
German Violet, Arabian Violet, Persian Violet


Type Perennial
Hardy range 9A to 10B
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Slow
Form Rounded
Exposure Partial shade or partial sun

Bloom Color Lavender and white
Bloom Time Spring through Fall

The flowers are fragrant and showy.

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay.
The pH preference is an acidic to neutral (less than 6.8 to 7.2) soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture NotesThis plant's sweet smelling flowers make it a great houseplant.

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