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Does sweet violet like moisture?

20 years ago

I'm preparing a container planting of sweet violets (Viola odorata 'Queen Charlotte') with water forget-me-not (Myosotis scorpiodes). They'll be in light shade, which seems to be recommended for both. I'm also planning to keep the container moist, since the Myosotis is a semi-aquatic plant. Do I need to be careful not to water too often lest the violets receive too much moisture?

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Liz_Gardiner
20 years ago
Hi,
In my experience violets can handle quite alot of water as long as they are in the open. Can you send us some moisture down under to drought stricten Australia?
Liz G.
nygardener
Original Author
20 years ago
It's on its way.
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Violet_Girl
20 years ago
Mine seems to have no problem as to how much or little water. When the leaves get less springy, I know it is time to water. When I water them everyday and it rains in between they still have no problem- pretty hardy little things, I've found.
nygardener
Original Author
20 years ago
Well, that's encouraging! We'll see how they like their new home.

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