Hesperis matronalis
Dame's Violet
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Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Description
This easy-to-grow perennial fills the air on spring evenings with a heady, sweet fragrance. Deadheading encourages rebloom. Ideal for cutting, it grows 3' tall and is well suited for the back of the border or wildflower meadow. Heirloom.
Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Blooming
Blooms loose racemes of 4-petaled, fragrant, purple or white flowers.
Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Growth
Biennials and perennials. Plant will grow to 3 ft. tall. Grows best in sun or partial shade. Plants with double flowers are suitable for cutting. Hesperis also works well in mixed or herbaceous border. Also, makes a nice addition to a wild garden.
Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Planting
Propagate from the seed. Sow directly into the ground in spring. Can also propagate from basal cuttings in spring.
Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Pest
Slugs, snails, caterpillars, and flea beetles. Also prone to mildew, and viruses.
Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Interesting facts
Hesperis is native to areas from Europe to China and Siberia. Occurs in stony sites, wastelands, and woodlands.
Dame's Violet (Hesperis matronalis) - Soil and irrigation
Dame's Rocket requires regular waterings. Does best in rich, neutral to alkaline soil that is well-draining yet kept moist.
