Viola odorata 'Mrs. R. Barton'

Also Known As

Mrs. R. Barton Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

4a-9a

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Viola odorata 'Mrs. R. Barton' plant details

Viola odorata 'Mrs. R. Barton' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender 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 'Mrs. R. Barton'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Mrs. R. Barton'

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

Although you can't tell it from the photo "Mrs. R. Barton" is a white violet with violet markings of variable intensity, all on the same plant. It is named for the wife of the foreman of Windward Violet Nurseries who was a cook working for the family. It is a strong grower and a great bloomer with stems sometimes long enough for cutting. (Windward Violet Nurserie