Description
Pure scented white sweet rocket flowers that were a favourite of Marie Antionette.
Hesperis matronalis or Dame's Violet grow amazingly happily in sun or shade. I saw an incredible sight of both the purple and white form lining both banks of a river near Thirsk in Yorkshire, where Dame's violet still grows wild. Like foxgloves, it's in drifts that it works best.
Care Tips
Leave to self-seed and they will gradually naturalise. Otherwise, cut back after blooming to encourage a second bloom and reduced seed production.