Viola odorata 'Mattie Meeks'

Also Known As

Mattie Meeks Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

4a-9a

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Viola odorata 'Mattie Meeks' plant details

Viola odorata 'Mattie Meeks' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring pink 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 'Mattie Meeks'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Mattie Meeks'

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

Before the blooms unfurl, they are a strong peachy pink. When open, the backs of the petals are pinker than the front, but the fronts are pink with splashes of deeper pink, particularly on the lower petals. This is not a registered violet cultivar. It is a chance seedling here some years ago and is named for my grandmother who loved flowers and had a beautiful garden with deep red roses and, of course, violets. (Gardens in the Wood of Grassy Creek 2018)