Description
Viola cornuta ‘Marina’, commonly known as the Horned Violet, is a charming perennial known for its delicate, five-petaled flowers that exhibit a soft blend of violet and lavender hues with a subtle yellow throat, lending a gentle pop of color to gardens and containers. Originating from the mountainous regions of the Pyrenees, this species has been prized since the 18th century for its hardiness and extended blooming period from spring through fall. Unique among violas, ‘Marina’ features slender, horn-like spurs behind its petals, which not only give it its common name but also attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity. Its compact, mounding growth habit and tolerance to partial shade make it an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and underplanting in mixed beds. Viola cornuta ‘Marina’ has been celebrated by horticulturists for its versatility and has received recognition from various plant societies for its ornamental value and garden performance.