VIOLA: The viola plant belongs to the violet family. The viola is most generally a blue-violet color or may be cream colored. When in bloom, the viola plant will almost overpower the color of its leaves and stems, giving the appearance of sea of violet-colored flowers blowing in the breeze. Viola also has a delicate scent. Halo Violet is a compact sweet smelling ground cover. At 8-10” tall it produces larger dark purple flowers than most violets. A heat tolerant Violet and deer resistant. Plant in full sun to part shade as a border or in containers. Perennial Pansy USDA Zone: 4-9 Also known as Viola, or Horned Violet. The Penny Viola is a popular landscape series that overwinter well thanks to a vigorous root system. They have a compact and uniform habit and display excellent heat tolerance as well as numerous blooms on each plant. This selection from the series features shining, mid-blue petals, paler blue chin, dark blue face and a bright yellow eye. Wonderful fragrance. A colour combo not seen before and highly recommended. Performs best in regions with cool summers and low humidity. Flowers are edible! Hardy in zones 4-9 Mature Height: 4-12 inches Prefers part shade Genus: Viola