Photo of Viola 'Merlin' flower by Native Sons

Photo by Native Sons

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Viola 'Merlin'

Also Known As

  • Heart's Ease
  • Heartsease
  • Johnny Jump Up
  • Merlin Viola

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

More Options

Viola 'Merlin' plant details

Viola 'Merlin' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender, white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola 'Merlin'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender, white and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola 'Merlin'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Viola 'Merlin' plant

How to Grow Viola 'Merlin'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • yellow
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

Landscape groups by tags

Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved