Viola Celestial Blue Moon
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking heat-tolerant, deer-resistant seasonal color.
This evergreen perennial delivers a relentless, three-season display of fragrant, sky-blue blooms that actually survive the summer heat. While you sacrifice the drama of larger, showier shrubs, you gain a low-maintenance, deer-resistant workhorse that thrives in containers or as a tidy, pollinator-friendly ground cover.
$11.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a unique, sophisticated color palette for cool seasons
- Climate-conscious growers needing plants that survive early spring frosts
- Container gardeners looking for compact, versatile filler plants
Who should skip it
- Residents in regions with intense, scorching summer heat
- Landscapers wanting large, high-impact blooms without mass planting
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer a hands-off approach
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Continuous blooms from spring through fall provide exceptional garden presence.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort growth habit makes this an ideal choice for busy gardeners.
Heat Tolerance
Bred specifically to withstand summer stress without sacrificing floral output.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance protects your landscape investment from common wildlife damage.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms effectively draw bees and butterflies into your outdoor space.
Design Versatility
Compact, mounding form adapts perfectly to containers, borders, or ground cover.
Key Specs
SKU
29085
Genus
Viola
Variety
'Smev1'
Item Form
1-Quart
Life Cycle
Perennial
Mature Height
8 inches
Mature Width
14 inches
Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Requirement
Moist, Well-Drained
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