Viola Seeds - Floral Power Plum Antique

~50 Viola Seeds – Floral Power Plum Antique Seeds

Viola cornuta

Viola ‘Floral Power Plum Antique’ brings a sophisticated vintage touch to garden beds and containers with its rich blend of velvety plum-purple petals highlighted by soft antique tones.

This compact variety produces an abundance of blooms that hold up beautifully through cool weather, making it a favourite for spring and fall plantings.

Its long flowering window and versatility in beds, borders, or pots make it a reliable choice for gardeners who want colour that lasts. A gentle fragrance and charming, old-fashioned look add to its appeal, while its compact growth habit ensures it performs equally well in the landscape or in patio planters.

• Annual (sometimes grown as short-lived perennial)
• Compact, mounding habit
• Abundant plum-purple blooms with antique shading
• Light, sweet fragrance
• Suitable for cut flowers (small bouquets, posies)
• Hybrid seed
• Attracts pollinators (bees and butterflies)

Plant Details

• Height: 6–8 in (15–20 cm)
• Spread: 8–10 in (20–25 cm)
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Days to Maturity: 60–70 days
• Hardiness Zones: 4–9 (grown as annual in colder zones)

Growing Instructions:
Start indoors 10–12 weeks before the last frost date, or direct sow outdoors in early spring when the soil is workable. Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed-starting mix and lightly cover with a thin layer of soil or vermiculite. Keep in complete darkness, at at 65–70°F (18–21°C) until germination, which takes 10–14 days. Transplant seedlings outdoors after hardening off, spacing 6–8 in (15–20 cm) apart. For continuous blooms, deadhead spent flowers and provide consistent moisture during dry spells.

FAQ:

Q: Do violas tolerate heat?
A: They prefer cooler weather; plants may fade in hot midsummer but will often rebound in the fall.

Q: Are violas edible?
A: Yes, their petals are edible and can be used to decorate salads, desserts, or drinks.