Viola 'Conte di Brazza'

Also Known As

Viola odorata 'Comte de Brazza'
Comte de Brazza Sweet Violet

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 6"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9a

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Viola 'Conte di Brazza' plant details

Viola 'Conte di Brazza' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola 'Conte di Brazza'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: award-winning, double flowers, fragrant, heart-shaped leaves, heirloom, rare, ruffled flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola 'Conte di Brazza'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An award winning antique variety from 1883, 'Comte de Brazza' has ruffled blooms and a heavenly perfume. Prized for bouquets and corsages at the turn of the century, when sweet violets were all the rage, this variety is sure to rekindle a passion for violets.