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Persian violet [2]

Exacum affine

★ RHS AGMFragrant

Genus: Exacum
Family: Gentianaceae
Common Names: Arabian violet, German violet

About this plant

E. affine is a compact bushy annual or biennial to 30cm, with ovate, dark green leaves and fragrant purple, pink or white flowers 2cm across, with conspicuous yellow stamens

Growing Information

Height

0.1-0.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Hardiness

H1C

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full Sun

Soil

ClayLoamSandy

pH

AcidAlkalineNeutral

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Moisture

Well Drained

Aspect

West FacingSouth Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Pruning

Cut back after flowering

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in early spring at 18-20°C

Pests

Generally pest free

Diseases

Generally disease free

Garden Uses

Uses

Patio Container

Planting Places

ConservatoryOutdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.1-0.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Two To Five Years