Viola banksii

Also Known As

Tasmanian Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 8"-24"

planting zones

9a-10b

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Viola banksii plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola banksii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender, orange and white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola banksii

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to Australia, Tasmanian Violet is an easy-to-grow, flowering container plant. The violet-purple flowers are tipped with white and accented with a litte, bird-like orange "beak." It may be used as a low-growing groundcover in zones 9-11 in moist, partially-shaded areas. This beauty is tolerant of various light conditions and is a strong and resilient grower.