Hesperis matronalis var. albiflora

Pure scented white sweet rocket flowers that grow happily in sun or shade - these were a favourite of Marie Antionette.

500 seeds (060039)

1 x 9cm pot (510541-1)

3 x 9cm pots (510541-3)

5 super plugs (200547-5)

10 super plugs (200547-10)

5 jumbo seedlings (200852-SP05)

15 jumbo seedlings

30 jumbo seedlings

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DELIVERY INFORMATION

Details:

Type: Biennial or Short-lived Perennial
Position: Border (Back)
Soil: Broad Tolerance
Flowers: May - June
Height: 1.2m (4ft)
Group/Species: matronalis
Common name: Sweet Rocket
Moisture: Moist but Well-drained
Aspect: Part Shade
Spread: 60cm (24in)

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.

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