Viola odorata 'Carol Lockton'

Also Known As

Carol Lockton Violet

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

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

planting zones

4a-9a

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Viola odorata 'Carol Lockton' plant details

Viola odorata 'Carol Lockton' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue and purple 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 'Carol Lockton'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring
Uses: floriferous, fragrant, vigorous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Carol Lockton'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Viola odorata "Carol Lockton" was discovered as a chance seedling beside "Opera" at Groves Nursery in the UK and exhibited internationally in 2007. It is a heavy bloomer and a vigorous grower. Its fragrant blooms are a beautiful mid-blue. "Carol Lockton" couldn't be any lovelier if she tried. (Groves Nursery, UK, ~2007)