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Viola 'Molly Sanderson'

Also Known As

  • Viola 'Black Molly'
  • Molly Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-8a

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Viola 'Molly Sanderson' plant details

Viola 'Molly Sanderson' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer black flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola 'Molly Sanderson'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: black blooms in spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming, spreading, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola 'Molly Sanderson'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This perennial violet has black flowers, now I don't mean dark purple, but REALLY BLACK. 3-6" tall, nice foliage. Full sun to part shade.
A low growing, spreading perennial. Small, rounded, toothed, dark green leaves form small, dense patches. Single flowered stems of black, yes I mean Black, pansy flowers are produced from spring to autumn, the opposite time to annual violas.Flowers best where it receive morning sun and afternoon shade.A must have for any gardener.

By: Zephs

Large very black satiny blossoms on 6-8" plants. Provide a cool spot with good drainage for summer hardiness. Blooms spring through early summer and again when temps cool off in autumn.

Gardening facts about Viola 'Molly Sanderson' plant

How to Grow Viola 'Molly Sanderson'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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