Viola odorata 'Alba Plena' (Parma)

Also Known As

Viola Parma Violet 'Alba Plena'

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

7b-10b

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Viola odorata 'Alba Plena' (Parma) plant details

Viola odorata 'Alba Plena' (Parma) is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring 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 'Alba Plena' (Parma)

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola odorata 'Alba Plena' (Parma)

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
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

"Alba Plena," is a crisp white, completely double Parma with a strong perfume. Parma violets are the most fragrant of the scented violets. While they are perennial, they are tender and not winter hardy in most parts of the US so they should be potted and wintered indoors. It is written that they will survive 20 degrees Fahrenheit, but not for long, and in my own experience, not at all. To make the plants stronger and to produce more blooms, cut off the runners in late summer/early fall. They will perfume an entire room, so the effort is worth it.