Viola Seeds - Penny Rose Blotch

Penny Rose Blotch F1 Viola

~40 Seeds

Penny Rose Blotch Viola is a cheerful, compact flower with soft rose-pink petals and a deep contrasting blotch that blooms generously from early spring through cool autumn weather. These charming little violas create a dense mound of colour that looks beautiful tucked along borders, spilling from containers, or brightening window boxes. Despite their petite size, the flowers are surprisingly eye-catching and hold up well in changing weather, including light frosts. Gardeners love them for their long bloom season, tidy growth habit, and ability to thrive in both sun and partial shade. The blooms are also edible, making them a lovely garnish for desserts, salads, or drinks. Their low height and uniform growth make them ideal for mass plantings where a carpet of colour is desired. Penny Rose Blotch is an excellent choice for early-season colour, shoulder-season interest, and adding a soft romantic hue to mixed plantings without overwhelming neighbouring flowers.

• Attracts bees and early pollinators
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Edible flowers
• Long blooming
• Excellent for containers and borders

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Viola cornuta
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Hybrid (F1)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Plant Height: 4–6 in / 10–15 cm
• Seed Depth: Surface sow, cover very lightly
• Spacing: 6–8 in / 15–20 cm
• Bloom Time: Spring to fall in cool conditions
• Days to Maturity: 60–70 days
• Edible / Toxic: Edible flowers
• Germination: 5–10 days at 18–21°C

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 frost?
A: Yes, they handle light frosts well and often bloom earlier and later than many annuals.

Q: Can they grow in shade?
A: Partial shade is perfectly fine, especially in warmer regions, though full sun produces the most blooms.