Cats White Viola
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Don't under-estimate these stout, fluttery little friends. They are tough as old boots. Frost tolerant, heat tolerant, super hardy, and can even take a trampling. They are the go-to flower for when its too early or too late in the season for all other outdoor flowers, and we are their biggest fans.

SHIPSBeginning in March, after your last frost date
ZONEGrows everywhere in the USA (perennial, zones 2-11)
INCLUDES3 plants, each in a 2.5" diameter pot
Botanical NameViola wittrockiana

Spring Plant

SummerBloom

Winter

Description

White with purple vein patterns that look like whiskers and yellow centers, these lovely little gems really look like cats and we want to adopt them all. Includes 3 young plants.

SUN Full sun, or part shade
HEIGHT 6" when full grown
SPACING 9" between plants
CLIMATE Cold hardy and heat tolerant
DEER Deer resistant
KIDS+PETS Non-toxic + edible
WATER Drought tolerant, but prefers even moisture
INDOOR+POTSGrows well in containers outside

How to Plant

Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Fill a little bit of the loose dirt back into the hole and tuck your plant in so the base of the stem is even with the top of the hole. Now fill in the rest of the soil around the roots, give the soft ground around the base of your new plant friend a few solid pats to compress the soil onto the roots, and a long, gentle drink of water.

Where to Plant

Find a place that gets a decent amount of sun, in well draining soil.

When to Plant

Avoid the heat of the day when planting — plant in the early morning, late afternoon, or by the light of the moon. Plant outside after your average last frost in the spring.

When to Expect Blooms

Blooms from early spring through early winter.

Care Instructions

Water regularly until they get established, and then give them extra water during dry spells. Pick blooms to encourage more.

Extra Credit

Edible petals - and delicious when candied.