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Viola odorata 'Christmas'
Also Known As
- Christmas Violet
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
planting zones
- 4a-9a
Viola odorata 'Christmas' plant details
Viola odorata 'Christmas' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue and white 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 'Christmas'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: violaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Flowers: blue and white blooms in spring
- Uses: fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Christmas'
- 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
By: Violetsblew
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How to Grow Viola odorata 'Christmas'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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