Johnny's Selected Seeds Penny Viola Seed
Best versatile floral mix for year round garden color and reliability.
These hardy, compact bloomers are the ultimate low-maintenance workhorse for your garden beds or patio pots. While they demand cool temperatures to truly thrive, their season-long color and edible, wintergreen-kissed petals make them a delightful, functional addition to any landscape or dinner plate.
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Johnny's Selected Seeds
Who it's for
- Northern gardeners seeking reliable color during early spring and late fall.
- Homeowners wanting consistent floral displays across multiple growing seasons.
- Container gardeners and landscapers prioritizing neat, uniform flower bed borders.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited dexterity or those preferring large, easy-to-handle seeds.
- Beginners without a temperature-controlled indoor seed starting setup.
- Growers looking for permanent, long-term perennial installations for their landscape.
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Edible blooms add sophisticated flair to salads, desserts, and cocktails.
Container Adaptability
Compact, mounding habit fits perfectly in pots, window boxes, and planters.
Seasonal Resilience
Thrives across varied temperatures, extending the flowering window significantly.
Growth Consistency
Hybrid breeding ensures uniform, predictable performance for reliable garden displays.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward care requirements make these accessible for novice and expert gardeners.
Bloom Density
Prolific flowering habit creates a lush, colorful carpet in garden beds.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Viola cornuta
Plant Height
4-6 inches
Days to Maturity
60-70 days
Life Cycle
Annual
Hybrid Status
Hybrid (F1)
Plant Spacing
6-9 inches
Light Requirements
Sun/Part Shade
Edible
Yes
Container Friendly
Yes
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