We're offering you a 24, 48 or 72 Viola 'Most Scented Plants for £4.99, saving you up to 50% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £9.99 (correct as of 02.09.2025).

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Bring your garden to life during the coldest months with Viola 'Most Scented' plug plants. These bedding violas are renowned for their delightful fragrance and vibrant colour mix, making them a favourite for brightening up winter and early spring displays.

• Botanical Profile: Viola is a genus of hardy annuals and perennials known for their compact size and prolific flowering. 'Most Scented' is specially selected for its intense perfume and cheerful colours.
• Burst of Colour: Enjoy blooms from late January right through to spring. The mix produces a tapestry of hues that stand out against the winter backdrop.
• Scented Appeal: These violas offer a strong, sweet fragrance even on chilly days—perfect for placing near entrances or windows where you can enjoy their scent daily.

Growing Guide & Care

• Planting Time: Pot on your plug plants as soon as they arrive. Violas thrive in cool weather, making them ideal for autumn or early spring planting.
• Soil & Position: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Grow in full sun to partial shade. Ideal for containers, window boxes, hanging baskets, or flower pouches122.
• Mature Size: Reaches around 23cm (9") in height with a spread of up to 30cm (12"). Compact enough for small gardens or balcony displays.
• Care Tips: Water regularly but avoid waterlogging. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Hardy throughout the UK (RHS H4), tolerating cold snaps and light frosts.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every few weeks during active growth for best results.

Design Inspiration

• Create colourful borders by mass planting in beds alongside primroses or pansies.
• Add instant impact to patio pots or window boxes—combine with trailing ivy or evergreen grasses for texture.
• Perfect companion plant for spring bulbs like crocus or dwarf daffodils; violas fill gaps as bulbs fade.

FAQs

• When should I plant my viola plug plants?
  You can pot on your plug plants as soon as they arrive—ideally in autumn or early spring before the main flowering period begins.
• How much sun do violas need?
  'Most Scented' violas thrive in full sun to partial shade. They appreciate some shelter from harsh winter winds if possible.
• Are these violas suitable for beginners?
  Yes! Violas are easy to grow and require minimal maintenance—just regular watering and deadheading will keep them flowering beautifully all season.