Optimara Series

In addition to their variety name, Optimara Violets are often grouped into one of a number of series. Violets grouped into the same series will have one or more common characteristics. Most often, an Optimara series designates a group of Violets which have the same pot size. In other cases, however, an Optimara series is developed around flower and leaf characteristics.

Below is a list of the Optimara series. Artists Palette

Artist's Palette Series. The Artist's Palette series features standard African Violets (4-inch pot size) with bi-color, fantasy-type blooms. The colors of the blooms appear to have been splashed on as if by a paint brush, hence the name. Each variety, in the series, is named for a famous artist, such as Michelangelo, Da Vinci (shown right) and Picasso.

Little Indian Series. The Little Indian series features genuine miniature African Violets (2-inch pot size). Each variety is named for a native American tribe, such as Little Cherokee Girl, Little Navajo Girl and Little Blackfoot Girl. More information.

Little Jewel Series. The Little Jewel series features genuine super miniature African Violets (1-inch pot size). Each variety is named for a type of precious or semi-precious stone, such Little Diamond, Little Ruby and Little Sapphire. More information.

Rhapsodie African Violets. While sometimes identified as a series, "Rhapsodie" (like "Optimara") is, in fact, a trademark for African Violets. The trademark is owned by Holtkamp Greenhouses, the same company that developed Optimara. All Rhapsodie Violets are standard African Violets (4-inch pot size). Each variety is identified by a woman's name.

Victorian Charm Series. The Victorian Charm series feature standard African Violets (4-inch pot size) with variegated leaves. Each variety is named for a virtue identified with the Victorian era, such as Tradition, Modesty and Affection (shown right).

World Traveler Series. The World Traveler series features extra large, standard African Violets (6-inch pot size). Each variety, in this series, is named for a notable city, such as Paris, Tokyo and Vienna. More information.

For More Information . . .

For questions about any of the Optimara series, contact your Optimara representative or send e-mail to sales@optimara.com.

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