Description
Intricate cut leaves with striking pink-white flowers.
This variety has large deep green intricately cut leaves with red stems producing vibrant pink to white flowers on mass from summer to autumn. This variety will self seed and so clumps up well in the border or alpine rock garden.
Flowering: Spring
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 10-15cm
Spread: 15cm
Further information:
In winter this plant is dormant till around early March so stick the label in the ground next to the plant so you don’t dig it up by mistake.
Common Name:
Life Cycle: Perennial
Family: Violaceae
Foliage: palmate / lacerate
Basic Colour: ( pink )
Flower Colour: pink / white
Natural Flowering: March – May
Winter Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Height with Flowers: 15 cm
Soil Requirements: dry / well-drained / average / moist
Soil ph: acid / alkaline / neutral
Location: border/ containers / rock garden
Usage: bee food plant / ground cover
Pruning: not required
Tolerates: Drought tolerant / shade
Origin: Japan (Cultivar)
Viola chaerophylloides ‘Benizuru’ Growing Guide
Climate and Location: Benizuru Violets thrive in partial to full shade.
Soil: Plant in well-draining, rich, and slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0 to 6.5). Space multiple plants about 6-12 inches apart.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilisation: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring for added nutrients.
Pruning: Trim spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain a neat appearance.
Flowers: Benizuru Violets produce charming, pink to violet-colored flowers with a unique and eye-catching appearance.
By following these straightforward instructions, you can cultivate and enjoy the charm of Viola chaerophylloides ‘Benizuru’ in your garden.
Anne MacLean (verified owner) –
Gorgeous plant from a lovely Garden shop. I am so excited about seeing this Viola flower. Strong, healthy plant with good root’s. I will definitely be back for more plant’s. Thank you.
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Susan Breedon (verified owner) –
Plant arrived well packed and in very healthy condition.
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Beverley Hewitt (verified owner) –
Interesting little viola, I’ve never seen one with this type of leaf, really looking forward to the flowers.
Linda R. (verified owner) –
Looks very healthy but not in flower.
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Keith (verified owner) –
Nice heathy plant
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Alastair (verified owner) –
All excellent healthy plants.
Steve Sinnott (verified owner) –
Very nice addition with a touch of subtle colours
Anne MacLean (verified owner) –
I have a pale blue Viola so I have planted this pink one beside the blue. Lovely, strong plant and it makes me look forward to seeing it flower next year. Highly recommended. Thank you.
Sandra (verified owner) –
Another good size healthy plant here’s looking forward to seeing it on flower
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John H. (verified owner) –
Clumping up nicely. A lovely plant.
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Lena Lawrence (verified owner) –
This was the largest plant of my order, and looked lovely and healthy. Can’t wait to see the two new flowers which are about to open.
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