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Description
Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac is a stunning plant that belongs to the viola family. It is known for its beautiful purple flowers that have a striking white halo around the center of each petal. This plant is native to southern Europe, but is now widely grown all over the world. It grows up to 6 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches wide. The plant blooms in early spring and continues to bloom until the end of summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Genus | Viola |
Appearance
Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac has a compact and bushy growth habit. The plant has dark green foliage that is heart-shaped and slightly serrated. The flowers are a beautiful shade of purple and have a white halo around the center of each petal. The flowers are small, measuring only about 1 inch in diameter. They grow on long, thin stems that rise above the foliage. This plant is perfect for adding color to borders, rock gardens, and containers.
Care Guide
Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac is a relatively easy plant to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:Water: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.Soil: This plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5 is ideal.Sunlight: Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac prefers full to partial sun. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade can reduce the number of flowers.Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac is generally a healthy plant, but it can be susceptible to some pests and diseases. Here are some common pests and diseases to watch out for:Pests: aphids, slugs, snails, spider mitesDiseases: powdery mildew, downy mildew, root rot
Habitat
Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac is native to southern Europe, but is now widely grown all over the world. It grows best in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. This plant prefers full to partial sun, but can tolerate some shade.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac?
A: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Q: What is the ideal soil pH for Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac?
A: Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac prefers a soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Q: What are some common pests of Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac?
A: Some common pests of Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac include aphids, slugs, snails, and spider mites.
Q: What are some common diseases of Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac?
A: Some common diseases of Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac include powdery mildew, downy mildew, and root rot.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac:
- Viola labradorica
- Viola odorata
- Viola sororia
- Viola tricolor
References
- “Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac.” Missouri Botanical Garden. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=276986&isprofile=0&basic=viola%20cornuta
- “Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac.” The Spruce. https://www.thespruce.com/viola-cornuta-halo-lilac-4843114
- “Viola Cornuta Halo Lilac.” Gardenia.net. https://www.gardenia.net/plant/viola-cornuta-halo-lilac
