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Viola odorata 'Opera'

Also Known As

  • Opera Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 6"-8"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

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Viola odorata 'Opera' plant details

Viola odorata 'Opera' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender, magenta 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 'Opera'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Opera'

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

Hard to see in the photo, but "Opera" is striking. The flowers are on the small side, but their vibrant color make up for it in abundance. Lilac-mauve with blue shading and a rose center. (1930)

Gardening facts about Viola odorata 'Opera' plant

How to Grow Viola odorata 'Opera'

  • 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

    • lavender
    • purple
    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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