Viola grypoceras var. exilis 'Sylettas'

Also Known As

Viola coreana
Viola grypoceras
Viola grypoceras var. exilis
Viola koreana
Cyclamen Leaved Violet
Cylamen-Leaved Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

4a-10b

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Viola grypoceras var. exilis 'Sylettas' plant details

Viola grypoceras var. exilis 'Sylettas' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola grypoceras var. exilis 'Sylettas'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring
Uses: heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola grypoceras var. exilis 'Sylettas'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As the name implies, the rounded heart shaped leaves resemble small cyclamen and are intricately decorated on the surface with silver etchings that glow over the red undersides. These appreciate bright shade for best coloration. Like most violets, they are edaphically tolerant, but are most content in rich, moist, well drained soils. Foliage mats are 4-6” tall and spread to about 12” wide. I seem to always find this plant nestled into places other than where I originally planted them, but it is always a pleasant surprise! Violet blue flowers April to June.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Beautifully patterned leaves are heart shaped and densely held on this outstanding foliage plant. Super easy to grow, it reaches only 4” to 6” tall and about 12” spread. The lavender-blue flowers appear in Spring but are outshone by the showy foliage. Bright shade is best for this viola. Wonderful in combination pots or planted next to Heuchera ‘Palace Purple' in the garden. Readily self-sows!