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Rob's Kitten Caboodle


One of our favorites, it's lovely and always in bloom.  Sdbl. white pansies with thick, ruffled, blue edges.  Wavy, green and white variegated foliage.  Constant bloomer.  Small semiminiature.  AVSA #9704

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Rob's Kitten Caboodle

Average Rating 4.9 out of 5

Very Unusual Foliage

I love this little violet so far. It has been super easy to grow and the foliage is yellow in the center and green leaves surrounding the plant. It blooms profusely and mine is loaded with flowers like the above picture. You won't go wrong with this one!

Kimberly Dale Nov 27 2023, 11:18 AM

Bloomed Immediately!

Received this plant in a 5 Mini Violet assortment and it started blooming within days and putting out new buds within a couple weeks! Delightful little plant!

Shannon Hammond Jul 17 2023, 10:37 AM

Beautiful kitten caboodle!

Love love this even not in bloom! The leaves so pretty!

Vilma Rogers Jul 14 2023, 12:21 PM

I could just squeeze it!

It’s no wonder this is one of Rob’s favorites. This tiny cutie has it all. It’s got beautiful symmetrical, yellow green variegated teensy foliage and big gorgeous blooms. The color wheel smiles at this one. The color of the blooms pop against the foliage. A constant bloomer for me. When I check my shelves with the sea of violets, mostly Rob’s, this is the first one I look for. It’s so adorable I could smooch it. Rob, you are an incredibly talented hybridizer. It’s all your fault I’m obsessed.

Wanda Blue Jun 23 2023, 23:28 PM

My Favorite Mini

I received the Rob's Kitten Caboodle in a special mini offering. My favorite flower coloring (lavender/lilac) and leaf variegation (light green/white). Little plant with big flowers. Not all leaves show variegation, maybe with age?

Mary J Lis Apr 15 2023, 22:16 PM

Robs Kitten Caboddle

Leaves are variegated as shown. Flowers are mostly white with a very light shade of purple around edges. There only a few blooms at this time. Delicate looking violet.

ELIZABETH ROBERT Dec 28 2022, 15:26 PM

Green and ivory leaves!

I have had mine for I think about 2 months now. It is covered in tiny buds under the leaves, so should be a week or 2 it will be in bloom. This is the last one to bloom in the 5-pack special that I got, so curious to see the flower color. I have fallen in love with these little plants, so I am going to order some standard violets as well. The way they pack shows a lot of pride in their product, I just hope they all know at Violet Barn how many smiles happen because of their fine work and care in these little plants. Thank you!

Mary Kennedy Oct 15 2022, 15:10 PM

I ordered the special of 5 mini violets and so glad this is one of them .

The foliage on this one is adorable, fast grower it is primed to explode into blooms. So happy I found violet barn, ordering some standard violets next, their packaging is so nice, the plants are so special and arrive in such healthy condition, can't wait to see what I get next.

Mary Kennedy Oct 14 2022, 23:42 PM

Lost in cooler temperatures

I was very excited about this plant, but sadly lost it and several other of the Rob's variegated varieties last winter. We keep our house on the cooler side in winter and had several variegated plants turn completely white - beautiful until they could no longer feed themselves and died. I am going to try this again and see if we can keep it a little warmer and happier this time around as it is beautiful in the picture.

Janis Theophanes Jul 31 2022, 10:46 AM

Shapes nicely - Long lasting blooms

Beautiful variegated foliage shapes nicely for show. Plus, blooms are long lasting. Color contrast between blossoms and variegated foliage is very striking. Love this little semi-miniature violet!

Linda Sumski Jul 18 2022, 11:44 AM

Love the variegated leaves

This plant has amazing variegated leaves. I have had it for a while and it hasn't bloomed as yet but I'm patiently waiting for its beautiful flowers. LuJuana Olsen

LuJuana Olsen Jul 02 2022, 13:23 PM

Rob’s Kitten Caboodle.

I love this plant.It has been blooming for several weeks. Highly recommend

Susan Oliverson Jun 07 2022, 00:58 AM

Tiny and perfect!

I received this plant early summer. It was packaged perfectly and very healthy! It has grown beautifully for me and started to bloom about 3 months after I received it. I wish I could include a picture as I just love the color and shape of the dainty flowers! I just ordered a 2nd miniature, they are so awesome!

Stacey Michaels Oct 29 2021, 09:28 AM

Beautiful leaves

Beautiful variegated leaves. It’s so pretty to look at even without any blooms yet. I can’t wait to watch it grow and bloom.

Laura Mignone Oct 24 2021, 00:22 AM

Pretty!

I got this last time and as I expected the plant is so healthy and when it bloomed its really Pretty! One of my favorite AV.

Moriel Cerezo Oct 06 2021, 23:15 PM

Rob's Kitten Caboodle

I had picked up one of these years ago at a local show. It was one of my favorites. Unfortunately, last winter it got caught in a draft and didn't make it. I'm looking forward to having a new one!

Rhonda Salter Apr 25 2021, 04:58 AM

Sweet little plant

I love Rob's Kitten Caboodle with its variegated foliage. It is a great grower and bloomer for me.

Allison Waters Feb 28 2021, 15:29 PM

I have this one.

Mine is blooming so good! I have it in it's pot , in a terrarium growing under LED grow lights. I dont see where to post a picture.

Anonymous Nov 29 2020, 22:39 PM

Going to order again

I had this mini previously. I lost her. I have lost several of my collection due to mites. Some I have started back from leaves I managed to harvest. Semi minis seem to do better for me and they are beautiful sitting atop antique milk glass goblets and different antique mugs to vary their height on shelves. Would highly recommend Robs collection as long as you don't have hidden bugs that you didn't know about.

Debbie Bradford Nov 28 2020, 10:24 AM

So sweet.

I love the pastel little blossoms on this violet, and when not in bloom it has that delightful variegated foliage.

Ruth Miller Oct 16 2020, 23:10 PM

Kitten Caboodle

This is the cutest mini! Flowers are just as pictured, and the extra thick petals make it very distnctive. Add the variegated leaves and it is simply a darling plant-- one of my very favorites!

Laura Lacy Sep 08 2020, 14:00 PM

Healthy and pretty plant

A very healthy plant with gorgeous foliage, just like the picture. Cannot wait to see the blooms!

Katherine Foster May 18 2020, 15:58 PM

Beautiful variegated leaves!

Just got it and I love the leaves! It would be pretty even if it didn't bloom but I still can't wait until it does bloom! Perfectly symmetrical plant.

Bonnie Hansen Apr 07 2020, 18:07 PM

Sooooo cute

I stalked this violet everyday LOL!! Finally I made the purchase. I'm super excited to receive this one. My first purchase was the very popular most wanted (Tiger)

Anonymous Aug 01 2019, 15:00 PM

Pretty plant

Third times a charm they say! This is such a pretty plant. They always come nice and healthy, but I still managed to kill them. Hope this time I get it right!

Sandra Willis Jul 28 2019, 17:42 PM

Pretty plant

I’ve bought this one before, and it was growing so well. Loved the leaves on it. It’s such a pretty little plant I have to give try again. Hoping I can learn to grow these right!

Sandra Willis Oct 31 2018, 19:28 PM

One of the prettiest

I had this variety a few years back and managed to kill it - my own fault. It was simply the prettiest little violet, lovely blooms, lovely leaves, and the combination was really a winner. I'm ordering another to try again. It wasn't a heavy bloomer, and didn't bloom constantly, but when it bloomed, wow!

Leslie Goodwin Sep 19 2018, 15:50 PM

Little Beauty

I received this tiny beauty a couple of weeks ago: neatly packaged without any harm to the plant. It's about to bloom now, but even without the flowers it is so interesting and attractive! The leaves are light green with beautiful cream/white variegation, which is very pronounced. Leaves are symmetrical and form an accurate rosette. Try it, and you won't regret it!

Anna McInroy Aug 08 2018, 01:18 AM

Lost

I lost this little one over the winter. I never got to see it bloom, but the foliage was beautiful. I'm going to order it again, and see if I can do better with it this time.

Sandra Willis Mar 22 2018, 19:26 PM

Cutesr Kitten

Love the variegation on this little variety. Even without blooms it is absolutely gorgeous. But I'm patient enough to wait for the first hurrah. Thank you for such an ingenious shipping methood. The box looked beat-up, but each violet was unharmed inside.

Laura Mirea Jun 21 2017, 18:34 PM

What a beauty!

Got this almost 2 years. I love this little violet. The leaves are so beauty even without the flowers. The flowers are white with light purple edges, very beautiful. The flowers look much better than the photo. Wish I can post the pic here for show. Thank you VB! You all are the best.

K Tan May 25 2017, 00:11 AM

Beautiful Little Violet

This little violet is always happy and has bloomed twice for me so far this year. It is my favorite out of all the violets I have ordered from the Violet Barn.

Mary Hoyt Oct 18 2016, 15:29 PM

Kitten caboodle

Kitten caboodle came to me with three flowers. This was my first order and I was thrilled. It was just like Christmas. She is now blooming again with lots of flowers and buds. Thank you violet barn. Just beautiful.

Barbara weber Sep 28 2016, 09:28 AM

A darling gem

I have had this plant for a little over a year and everytime it blooms it's a delight to the eyes , it has such personality even when its between blooms ( which isn't often ) the leaves are so pretty that it's still stunning, buy one you'll love it :) Connie

Connie Schanfield May 20 2016, 19:34 PM

Sweet One

I love this sweet little mini! Appropriately named, it's sweet as a kitten and such pretty leaves and blooms! It's pretty even when it's not in bloom too! I ordered a second one for my sister, I love it so much!

Debra Santilli Oct 12 2015, 13:04 PM

workhouse of a violet

I don't have the most consistent conditions, but this violet has put out blooms several times since I got it. It's doing its part, now I just have to hold up my side of the bargain.

Anonymous Jun 05 2015, 19:14 PM

My favorite

The flower is also beautiful, but the leaf is also very beautiful. My favorite!

Etsuko Morita May 05 2015, 18:56 PM

LOVE IT!

Arrived in great condition - LOVE IT!!!!!

Vikki Ivey Apr 09 2015, 13:58 PM

Pretty kitty

I have this plant, and she is so beautiful, everyone wants her. So I've got to gift a couple of them. Perfect little foliage and pretty little flowers!

Sam Cunningham Aug 11 2014, 18:47 PM

sweet little kitten

arrived already in bloom -- like all of my plants from VB, looked well-cared for. Blooms are predominantly white with blue edges -- ruffly as the pic!

Constance Mayer Aug 29 2013, 18:46 PM

darling little plant

This is a darling little plant, came in bud! The leaves are even more attractive than the picture. Can't wait to see the blooms.

Barbara Paige Jul 24 2013, 14:32 PM

Kitten Caboodle

Box with plants was delivered and left on the porch upside down box but not a bit of soil escaped. Great packaging job. Beatiful young plant. No blooms but very healthy and has been growing well since arrival about a month ago.

Dan Whitson Jun 21 2013, 19:30 PM

Rob'sKitten Caboodle

I loved this little plant. It has gorgeous little blooms, beautiful. Unfortunately, when I was in the hospital my family killed all my plants. So I'm ordering again. This is the greatest grower. Love Love em.

Cathy Young May 14 2013, 15:06 PM

Constantly Amazing Me

I ordered this plant about three years ago. It has bloomed over and over. I just took a good look now and see that new buds are popping up again. It never ceases to amaze me. I am definitely pleased.

Christine Tangen Mar 18 2013, 19:52 PM

Love my plants

I got my first shipment today.... Every single one has a bud and they are already blooming!!!! All the plants were such a success in my office I already gave some away.... So I'm placing a new order... Great packaging too!!!!!! Thank you I'm in love!!!!

Martha Jones Mar 08 2013, 20:37 PM

beautiful episcia

I received my 5 plant and they were just what I wanted. My mother-in-law had this 40 years ago and have been wanting, brings back good times.

karen emmons Mar 03 2013, 21:36 PM

Rob's Kitten Caboodle

I received this plant a couple of weeks ago and what a PHENOMENAL beauty and performer! As always, the order was so well packaged all the plants arrived in perfect condition. This one arrived in bloom and has continued blooming without missing a beat! More amazing-the original blooms have still not faded! The leaf variegation really complements the bloom color for a truly lovely presentation!

Angelique Glass Jul 18 2012, 19:17 PM

Surprisingly gorgeous!

I really didn't expect to love this plant as much as I do, this is not normally one of my favorite colors. But, every bloom is different, and the ruffled edges really make the blooms pop over the stunning foliage. Since this is a new plant I can't tell a lot about the growth habits. But, in the 10 days I've had it, the bloom that was open when I received it looks exactly the same. I'm guessing the individual blooms are very long lasting. Which is always great!

Effie Cross Apr 28 2012, 17:50 PM

Stunning !

Arrived in its lil' paper cone with a nice surprise of 4 blooms. Mere weeks later its just covered with them. The most amazing AV ever ! The bloom and leaf color are just as vivid as the site photo too !

Catherine Johnson Mar 17 2012, 23:37 PM

Kitten Caboodle

What a wonderful surprise to receive this plant with a bud! And the color of the leaves is absolutely perfection! I couldn't be more pleased. This one will be a beauty as all of your plants are! Thank you!

Trena Beaman Jun 16 2011, 18:12 PM

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