Viola odorata 'Little Plum'

Also Known As

Little Plum Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

4a-9a

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Viola odorata 'Little Plum' plant details

Viola odorata 'Little Plum' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring cream, lavender 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 'Little Plum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: cream, lavender and purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, rare, unique, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Little Plum'

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 "Litte Plum" is new this year. I have no information about "Little Plum," and this photo is of its first bloom, so it may need a bit of time to settle in. I think it is deeper mauve than the photo indicates. Notice the striations in the center? Very pretty. (Groves? UK)