A low-growing perennial with heart-shaped, deep green to purplish foliage and delicate purple flowers. It is often used as a groundcover in shaded borders, woodland gardens, and rockeries, providing early-season colour and evergreen structure.
• Exposure: Moderately wind-tolerant; not strongly coastal-tolerant, best in sheltered positions.
• Size: 10–15 cm tall; spreads 20–30 cm.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soils; prefers humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral conditions.
• Sun: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun in cooler climates.
• Flowering Time: Spring to early summer (typically April–June).
• Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract bees and other early pollinators; dense foliage provides shelter for small invertebrates.
