Viola (Cornuta Grp) 'Admire Deep Marina'
Flower type | Single |
Winter hardness | Limited (USDA-zone 8); Not hardy (USDA-zone 9,10,11); Reasonable (USDA-zone 7) |
Flower color | Purple-medium blue violet-N087A; White-white-NN155C |
Leaf, general shape | Ovate (egg-shaped) |
Flower diameter | 3,5 - 4 cm |
Plant height | 5 - 10 cm |
Flowering month(s) | January; March; April; August; September; November; December; October; February |
Leaf size | 2 - 3 cm |
soil pH requirement | Neutral (pH 6,5 - 7,5) |
Light conditions | Sunny; Semi-shades |
Leaf, main color | Dark green |
Flower color distribution | Feathered; With trace; Multi-colored |
Flower, secondary color(s) | Purple-medium violet-N082A |
Moisture requirements | Moist; Well-drained |
Soil type | Humus rich |
The Viola 'Admire Deep Marina' is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Cornuta Grp. It is commonly known as the Violet, and its flower type is single. The winter hardness of this plant is limited in USDA-zone 8. It is not considered hardy in USDA-zones 9, 10, and 11, but it can survive reasonably well in USDA-zone 7.
The flowers of the Viola 'Admire Deep Marina' are a stunning purple-medium blue-violet color, with some white varieties also available. The general shape of its leaves is ovate, which means they are egg-shaped. The flowers have a diameter of 3.5 to 4 cm, and the plant itself can reach a height of 5 to 10 cm.
What makes this Viola variety special is its ability to flower in various months throughout the year. It blooms in January, March, April, August, September, November, December, October, and February. The leaves of the plant are relatively small, measuring 2 to 3 cm in size.
For optimal growth, the Viola 'Admire Deep Marina' prefers a neutral soil pH, ranging from 6.5 to 7.5. It thrives in both sunny and semi-shaded light conditions. The main color of the leaves is a dark green, which provides a beautiful contrast to the vibrant flower colors.
The distribution of the flower color is described as feathered, with a trace of multi-colors. The secondary color of the flowers is a purple-medium violet shade. In terms of moisture requirements, the Viola 'Admire Deep Marina' prefers moist but well-drained soil. It thrives in soil that is rich in humus.
Overall, the Viola 'Admire Deep Marina' is a stunning plant that adds a pop of color to any garden or landscape. Its vibrant purple and white flowers, along with its dark green leaves, make it a visually appealing choice. With its ability to bloom in various months and its reasonable winter hardiness, this Viola variety is a versatile and attractive addition to any garden.
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