- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9
- Height 4-8 Inches Tall
- Spread 10-12 Inches Wide
- Light Requirement is Full Shade to Full Sun
- Add a pop of color to your yard! This one will bloom from spring to early summer and again in late summer to early fall. The Etain Violet has fragrant and colorful blooms that add interest to any space. It is easy to care for plant with endless uses.
Deep green foliage holds these colorful blooms. The Flowers themselves are a bright yellow with violet edges and they sure do pop! With the Etain Violet you get two flowering periods. The first one begins in the spring and lasts through early summer. During late summer until early fall, another round light blooms will appear. The Etain Violet reaches a height of six to eight inches with a spread of ten to twelve inches. This plant looks wonderful as a border plant, focal point, edging, or in containers. Plant in masses for an added wow factor.
Etain Violet Care
Plant in part sun to part shade to ensure best results. The Etain Violet get should get no more than four hours of sun each day. Soil should be cool and fertile. The Etain Violet requires soil to be well-drained and evenly moist. Add mulch to provide winter protection and to ensure that the soil remains cool and moist. Shear when bloom season begins to end and remove any dead foliage in the spring. Fertilize yearly in the spring with a control release fertilizer. Be sure to plant away from full sun in the south.
Etain Violet Spacing
Proper spacing is imperative to ensure the health and longevity of your plant. The Etain Violet should be spaced ten to twelve inches, center on center.
Etain Violet Plant Facts
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
Flower Color(s): Yellow |
Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Full Sun |
Height Class: Short |
Height: 4-8 Inches |
Spread: 10-12 Inches |
Spacing: 10-12 Inches |
Habit: Upright |
Watering: Average |
Drought Tolerant: No |
Features: Deadheading Not Necessary; Fragrant Flower |
Scientific Name: Viola cornuta 'Etain' |
Common Name: Etain Violet |
Other Name(s): Horned Violet, Tufted Violet |
Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- VIOETQT
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
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Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.