Rosina Sweet Violet is a fragrant spring bloomer that brings the romance of old-fashioned gardens to modern landscapes. This heirloom cultivar of Viola odorata produces delicate flowers throughout March, April, and May, with a naturally compact habit that reaches just 8 inches tall and 8 to 12 inches wide. Hardy in zone 5, it thrives in partial shade and attracts pollinators while resisting deer browse, making it equally at home in a cottage garden border or tucked into a shaded corner where its sweet scent can drift on spring breezes.
8
Partial Shade
Moderate
5-5
8in H x 12in W
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High
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Rosina Sweet Violet fills a garden with the nostalgic perfume of Victorian-era florals, a quality that distinguishes it from many modern ornamental violets bred more for appearance than fragrance. Its low, spreading habit and dependable spring bloom make it reliable even in colder climates, while its natural resistance to deer means you can plant it without worry of grazing damage. The flowers attract bees and other pollinators, pulling life into the garden during those crucial early-season months when insects are just beginning to emerge.
Rosina Sweet Violet is grown primarily for its fragrant spring flowers, which can be enjoyed fresh in the garden, cut for small posies, or floated in water bowls indoors to perfume a room. The edible flowers have historically been candied or used as a delicate garnish in desserts and beverages, though this variety is cultivated most commonly for its ornamental and aromatic qualities.
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