Hesperis matronalis , Dame's Violet, Rocket is a rosette forming biennial or short-lived perennial, with leafy stems growing to around 90cm. Loose clusters of white, scented flowers
appear in late spring and early summer. Grow in fertile but well-drained neutral or alkaline soil in sun or semi-shade.For those unfamiliar with this, it could be described as similar to a border phlox but valuably early flowering.
Cut back after flowering to encourage perenniality and possible reflowering.A few stems can be left to produce seed to ensure its continuity.
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 50-90cm in 2-5 years
Spread: 20-40cm
The pictures in this listing are examples of the available plant at maturity and do not indicate anything in regards to size of plant at the point of sale
Organically produced young plant grown in a 9cm pot for planting immediately or to grow on (pot removed when possible, to reduce plastic waste)