Viola odorata 'Beetroot'

Also Known As

Beetroot Violet

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

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

planting zones

4a-9a

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Viola odorata 'Beetroot' plant details

Viola odorata 'Beetroot' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola odorata 'Beetroot'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Beetroot'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I don't know much about this Viola odorata cultivar, other than that it is named "Beetroot" because it is said to look like the inside of, well, beetroot. No surprises there. Before it opens, it is much darker but then unfurls just like this and gradually becomes a tad lighter. Very unusual.