What is this plant please?

[Elmrosie]

I have a number of these growing under a holly tree. They’re small and close to the ground, but I can’t seem to identify what they are. Can anyone help?

I think they are dog violet. I have some that grow in a shady spot under some trees. Very pretty when they flower.

Yes, they are violets. We have them popping up all over the garden. Sweet little things.

Thanks both, will definitely leave them and try to encourage them to spread.

Oh they will.
They are lovely though, they pop up all over the place.