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harmonyharmony Posts: 351
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Hi, can someone give me some info on this gorgeous little plant that is growing under my privet hedge. Would I be able to transplant it if I am careful I would love it for the front of my border but dont want to kill it off. Thanks

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  • BobFlannigonBobFlannigon Posts: 619
    They're violets.  I'm not sure exactly which ones, though.  They should transplant pretty easily.
  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 11,158
    I think it may be viola oderata (sweet violet)? 
  • Pete.8Pete.8 Posts: 9,967
    They are lovely. They self seed so you'll have more next year.
    I notice you have some Linaria (toadflax) seedlings too that I also grow (on the left of your photo).
    They do get to 4-5ft and provide sturdy flower spikes in the summer, usually blue, but sometimes pink. Another lovely and easy to grow plant (that also self-seeds all over the place)
    Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
    Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.
  • harmonyharmony Posts: 351
    Hi, thanks Pete for the info on the other seedlings (Linaria) I have this in my border and lots of seedlings dotted around but never knew its name. I love these self seeding plants and finding them popping up where ever they please lol. :).
  • Pete.8Pete.8 Posts: 9,967
    Saves a few quid too :)
    Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit.
    Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.
  • BorderlineBorderline Posts: 4,688
    I think they are Viola Riviniana, the Dog Violet. They will do well so long it's not on a chalky soil.
  • Papi JoPapi Jo Posts: 3,738
    Borderline said:
    I think they are Viola Riviniana, the Dog Violet. They will do well so long it's not on a chalky soil.
    Yes, and they don't smell. Too bad!
    You are invited to a virtual visit of my garden (in English or in French).
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